We hiked West Wind Pass on March 6. It was a birthday hike and I could not have asked for a more beautiful day. In winter, you can hike to the top of the pass which gives you spectacular views of the Spray Lakes and surrounding valley. During the summer you are able to hike …
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Grotto Canyon Trail in Kananaskis Country
On Sunday, February 13th, a small group of friends and I decided to walk the short Grotto Canyon trail. This is a 4.4 km out-and-back trail with 115 metres of elevation – so it is essentially flat. Since we didn’t have the whole day to dedicate to hiking, this trail was the perfect choice. It …
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A Wintery Tunnel Mountain in Banff National Park
Tunnel Mountain is a popular trail just out of the Banff Townsite that provides a unique balance of summiting a mountain, but remaining an accessible level for most hikers. Better yet, it is open in the winter! A 4.5 km hike, with 267 meters of elevation, this trail takes approximately 2 hours out-and-back. We found …
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A Winter Walk through Johnston’s Canyon
Johnston’s Canyon is a family friendly, accessible hike about 20-25 minutes down the Bow Valley Parkway. It is a 5.1 km out-and-back hike to the Upper Falls, or you can continue on an extra 3 km to the Ink Pots (an extra 6 km total) if you want to hike a little more and escape …
Winter Wonderland at Chester Lake, Kananaskis Country
If you are looking for a place to explore during the winter months, I cannot recommend Chester Lake more. It is one of the perfect hikes to transition from being a summer hiker to all season hiking. Chester is an easy hike, so it is great for beginners during all seasons. However, it also provides …
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Winter Hiking Essentials
So you’ve been hiking in the summer, and now you’re wondering how to transition this into an all-year hobby. While many aspects of hiking remain similar from season to season, there are a number of additional considerations for winter hiking. First are closures. Many roads in Kananaskis close between December and May, so make sure …
Edworthy Falls via Elbow Lake Trail in Kananaskis Country
As the weather grows colder and snow begins to visit the mountains, we move from the temperate summer hiking to shoulder season hikes. Though some access roads and hikes are closed during the winter season, many are still accessible and the mountains are just as breathtaking in the winter months (if not more). The most …
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