The Best Hiking Trails in Alberta (Canada)

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Stanley Falls Trail

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near Saskatchewan River Crossing, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

1.04mi

Elevation +

381f

TrailRank

53

An easy and very beautiful 3km out and back hike along the north side of Beauty Creek at the NE base of Tangle Ridge. The trail provides overhead views of no less than seven waterfalls before reaching Stanley Falls.

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Alberta - Banff National Park - Sulfur Mountain

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near Banff, Alberta (Canada)

carosauriol
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Distance

7.39mi

Elevation +

2310f

TrailRank

52

''The Sulphur Mountain trail is a moderate hike that switchbacks its way to the summit ridge. With jaw-dropping views of the Bow Valley, hikers can continue along a one-kilometre (0.6-mile) interpretive boardwalk to the ...

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Lake Louise - Lake Agnes, Big Beehive, and Devil’s Thumb

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near Lake Louise, Alberta (Canada)

eflo

Distance

8.83mi

Elevation +

3209f

TrailRank

52

This is a three-part hike! Starting at Lake Louise, you will wrap around the right side of the lake on the very well marked path, following signs for the ‘Lake Agnes Teahouse’. This section of the trail is very busy and ...

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Sulphur skyline

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near Miette Hotsprings, Alberta (Canada)

Luis Cid

Distance

5.85mi

Elevation +

2139f

TrailRank

51

Awesome views from the top!!! The trail is a bit hard in terms of slope, but good terrain (in some places there was still a bit of snow and mud, but I guess in summer should be perfect). The first part along forrest,so n...

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Lost Horse Creek

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

0.39mi

Elevation +

177f

TrailRank

51

Lost Horse Creek is like a smaller version of Red Rock Canyon; not as deep and narrow but with plenty of red rocks. Water pouring down Mt. Dungarvan carves its way through sedimentary red rock before emptying into Blakis...

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Carthew-Alderson Trail

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

12.20mi

Elevation +

3002f

TrailRank

51

The Akamina Parkway parallels Cameron Creek from Cameron Lake to Cameron Falls, however a much more challenging scenic route is by hiking Carthew-Alderson Trail. This 20km one-way trek is best done from lake to falls; le...

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Barrier lake - Prairie View Trail

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near Kananaskis, Alberta (Canada)

Jaelin215

Distance

6.23mi

Elevation +

2746f

TrailRank

51

Easy hike uphill all the way. The last 10 min is steep and requires a bit of scrambling. But easy overall. Even just before the last 10 min, there is a view point that you will be rewarded greatly. You can either have a ...

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Valley of the 5 lakes trail

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near Henry House, Alberta (Canada)

Michou33

Distance

5.52mi

Elevation +

492f

TrailRank

51

Hiking trail through the Valley of the 5 lakes, including the +/- 1 hour hike around 1st lake. Amazing views!

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Ruby Creek Trail Blaze

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

1.49mi

Elevation +

617f

TrailRank

51

Ruby Creek has many hidden waterfalls including a massive cliff plunge around 1km upstream from Blakiston Creek confluence. A challenging trek away from those massive crowds at Waterton Lakes main attractions.

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Alberta - Kootenays National Park - Marble Canyon to Paints Pots

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near Eldon, Alberta (Canada)

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Distance

7.46mi

Elevation +

472f

TrailRank

50

This is an alternate route to the Paint Pots starting at Marble Canyon. The trail parallels the highway, but there is no reason to be concerned about traffic noise. The trail runs along the Kootenay River which drowns ou...

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Edith Cavell Meadows Trail

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near Wynd, Alberta (Canada)

xavierpalencia

Distance

6.03mi

Elevation +

2513f

TrailRank

50

The trail starts at the parking lot located at the end of Cavell Road. We hiked up to Cavell Medows. During the hike you have a good view of the Angel and Ghost Glaciers. A part of glacier collapsed on 2012. The views ar...

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Jasper NP, Glacier lake trail

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near Saskatchewan River Crossing, Alberta (Canada)

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Distance

10.93mi

Elevation +

1476f

TrailRank

50

Snow-free early in the season, this rolling wooded trail takes you to a picturesque lake set below the peaks seen by early European explorers. After 3 km from the parking lot is a very nice viewpoint to Glacier river....

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Tent Ridge Loop

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near Kovach, Alberta (Canada)

markostavric

Distance

5.99mi

Elevation +

2602f

TrailRank

49

Year-round destination for hikers, scramblers, skiers and snowshoers. It can be done as a loop and the best look for views is to go clockwise. There are three high points, with the highest being in the middle loop, the s...

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Elbow Falls - Prairie Mountain - White Budda

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near Bragg Creek, Alberta (Canada)

patricio.v

Distance

11.40mi

Elevation +

3327f

TrailRank

49

The loop hike to Prairie Mountain summit and White Buddha top, starting from Elbow Falls, is a popular and rewarding adventure that takes you through the stunning Canadian Rockies in Alberta, Canada. The trail starts fro...

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Lakeshore (Upper Waterton Lake)

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

9.12mi

Elevation +

1568f

TrailRank

49

This 14km out and back hike follows the western shore of Upper Waterton Lake to Boundary Bay at the International Border. At this point I carried on in the US 0.5km south to Boundary Creek to view a number of wonderful w...

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Yarrow Creek Trail

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near Pecten, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

8.22mi

Elevation +

1453f

TrailRank

49

Yarrow Creek Trail is a waterfall enthusiasts dream; a 13km out and back trek with dozens of waterfalls along the way. Listen for the sound of waterfalls as you hike then make your way a short distance to the creek for a...

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Kananaskis - Tent Ridge Horseshoe

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near Kovach, Alberta (Canada)

eflo

Distance

6.81mi

Elevation +

2411f

TrailRank

40

Trailhead: Shark Lake Trailhead. **Note: in winter this is considered backcountry, avalanche risk** You can do the loop either direction. I prefer to do the loop clockwise, as that way the scramble is on the way up ra...

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Lake Louise mountain hike

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near Lake Louise, Alberta (Canada)

Michou33

Distance

8.69mi

Elevation +

2149f

TrailRank

40

Very Nice hike in the mountains next to Lake Louise: 1. Lake Louise 2. Mirror lake 3. Little Beehive 4. Lake Agnes 5. Big Beehive Beautiful views, at some parts the trail can be steep and/or muddy.

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Rowe Lakes Trail

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

4.33mi

Elevation +

1955f

TrailRank

39

This 14km out and back hike follows Rowe Creek along a valley between Mount Rowe and Mount Lineham. Some choose to just visit Lower Rowe Lake at the 3km mark, while others continue uphill along a number of switchbacks to...

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Alberta - Jasper National Parc - Valley of The Five Lakes

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near Henry House, Alberta (Canada)

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Distance

5.11mi

Elevation +

407f

TrailRank

39

The Valley of the Five Lakes hike offers Beautiful Clear Lakes with Unique Shades of Jade and Blue. You will find the Valley of the Five Lakes hike simply along the Icefields Parkway, just under 9km south of the traff...

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Coal Creek Trail

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near Kew, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

4.48mi

Elevation +

600f

TrailRank

39

Coal Creek runs east out of Kananaskis Country passing through Bluerock Wildland before emptying into Sheep River. Since the trail runs up Coal Creek you must first cross Sheep River to get to the trailhead. Access is se...

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Table Mountain Trail

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near Beaver Mines, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

7.04mi

Elevation +

2943f

TrailRank

39

This challenging trek involves 3km at a 20% grade to reach the mountain plateau then another 2km of lesser grade to Table Mountain’s true summit. Check out the entire plateau as it offers many scenic vantage points and b...

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Mt Lipsett and NW Lipsett

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near Kew, Alberta (Canada)

bill.durtler

Distance

9.78mi

Elevation +

2720f

TrailRank

39

The first part is the standard trail. It is well maintained and easy, with a few muddy sections lower down. The trail appears to stop before the last steep section but travel is easy along the ridge. This "official" trai...

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Sixth Bridge and Maligne Canyon Loop, Jasper NP

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near Jasper Park Lodge, Alberta (Canada)

steve_413

Distance

4.91mi

Elevation +

715f

TrailRank

39

This trail is a must do hike in Jasper. We did the hike in a counterclockwise direction from Sixth to First Bridge. Besides scenic views from the bridges, there are numerous viewpoints into the canyon with impressive cas...

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Coppermine Creek Trail

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near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)

Waterfallin

Distance

0.67mi

Elevation +

423f

TrailRank

39

A series of waterfalls cascade down this 1km stretch of Coppermine Creek which crosses Red Rock Parkway in Waterton Lakes National Park

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