The Best Trails in Alberta (Canada)

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  • Jasper NP, Glacier lake trail

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    near Saskatchewan River Crossing, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    mcigler
    with petr.just yvetta.ciglerova
    Distance
    10.93mi
    Elevation +
    1476f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofJasper NP, Glacier lake trail Photo ofJasper NP, Glacier lake trail Photo ofJasper NP, Glacier lake trail

    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....

  • Waugh - Fedorah

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    near Waugh, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    stanley lambert
    Distance
    20.08mi
    Elevation +
    295f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWaugh - Fedorah Photo ofWaugh - Fedorah Photo ofWaugh - Fedorah

    This area was a hell of a lot of fun, given that there was snow and wet conditions that was probably far more difficult than it would be at any other time of the year. Me and three other guys spent probably 5 1/2 six hou...

    Awesome trail. I posted our version of it in here too.
    Zulu_Impi_

  • Tent Ridge Loop

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    near Kovach, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    markostavric
    Distance
    5.99mi
    Elevation +
    2602f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofTent Ridge Loop Photo ofTent Ridge Loop Photo ofTent Ridge Loop

    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...

  • Elbow Falls - Prairie Mountain - White Budda

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    near Bragg Creek, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    patricio.v
    Distance
    11.40mi
    Elevation +
    3327f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofElbow Falls - Prairie Mountain - White Budda Photo ofElbow Falls - Prairie Mountain - White Budda Photo ofElbow Falls - Prairie Mountain - White Budda

    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)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    9.12mi
    Elevation +
    1568f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofLakeshore (Upper Waterton Lake) Photo ofLakeshore (Upper Waterton Lake) Photo ofLakeshore (Upper Waterton Lake)

    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...

  • Yarrow Creek Trail

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    near Pecten, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    8.22mi
    Elevation +
    1453f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofYarrow Creek Trail Photo ofYarrow Creek Trail Photo ofYarrow Creek Trail

    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...

  • Trans Alta Trail

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    near Waiparous, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Hyundai Overland
    Distance
    23.19mi
    Elevation +
    1283f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofTrans Alta Trail Photo ofTrans Alta Trail Photo ofTrans Alta Trail

    Fun trail that is half a very rough gravel road and half a beginner style off road trail. I did it in a stock Tucson with 6.5" clearance. Go slow, be careful, and anyone can do the trail. Beware of the hill leading down ...

  • Ghost River Run

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    near Waiparous, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Tandyboy
    with gvbz
    Distance
    14.66mi
    Elevation +
    1171f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofGhost River Run Photo ofGhost River Run Photo ofGhost River Run

    We did this run 3/09/2019! An awesome trail that leads you to some great ice climbing, with spectacular views and fun natural obstacles. Open from Dec. 1 - Mar. 31, this is an excellent route to travel if you're looking ...

    Thanks for the share!
    jamie.fry

  • Creepy Abandoned camp??

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    near Seebe, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    ItsFaak
    Distance
    4.27mi
    Elevation +
    440f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofCreepy Abandoned camp?? Photo ofCreepy Abandoned camp?? Photo ofCreepy Abandoned camp??

    You’re going to need good tires for this one. A few very steep hills with a lot of loose rocks before you get to the dirt trails again. Creepy but very cool spot to camp. If you’re interested joining like-minded 4 wheel...

  • Lake Louise mountain hike

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    near Lake Louise, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Michou33
    Distance
    8.69mi
    Elevation +
    2149f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofLake Louise mountain hike Photo ofLake Louise mountain hike Photo ofLake Louise mountain hike

    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.

  • Rowe Lakes Trail

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    near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    4.33mi
    Elevation +
    1955f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofRowe Lakes Trail Photo ofRowe Lakes Trail Photo ofRowe Lakes Trail

    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...

  • Alberta - Jasper National Parc - Valley of The Five Lakes

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    near Henry House, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    carosauriol
    with Christian Emond
    Distance
    5.11mi
    Elevation +
    407f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofAlberta - Jasper National Parc - Valley of The Five Lakes Photo ofAlberta - Jasper National Parc - Valley of The Five Lakes Photo ofAlberta - Jasper National Parc - Valley of The Five Lakes

    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...

  • Kananaskis - Tent Ridge Horseshoe

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    near Kovach, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    eflo
    Distance
    6.81mi
    Elevation +
    2411f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofKananaskis - Tent Ridge Horseshoe Photo ofKananaskis - Tent Ridge Horseshoe Photo ofKananaskis - Tent Ridge Horseshoe

    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...

  • Margaret Lake Loop 2019

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    near Waiparous, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Nathajeep
    Distance
    14.57mi
    Elevation +
    945f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMargaret Lake Loop 2019 Photo ofMargaret Lake Loop 2019 Photo ofMargaret Lake Loop 2019

    First half is easy, accessible by almost any vehicle. Second half is tree line with steep inclines, large ruts, and lots of mud. Fun just after a big rain.

  • Coal Creek Trail

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    near Kew, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    4.48mi
    Elevation +
    600f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCoal Creek Trail Photo ofCoal Creek Trail Photo ofCoal Creek Trail

    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...

  • Table Mountain Trail

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    near Beaver Mines, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    7.04mi
    Elevation +
    2943f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofTable Mountain Trail Photo ofTable Mountain Trail Photo ofTable Mountain Trail

    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...

  • Mt Lipsett and NW Lipsett

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    near Kew, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    bill.durtler
    Distance
    9.78mi
    Elevation +
    2720f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMt Lipsett and NW Lipsett Photo ofMt Lipsett and NW Lipsett Photo ofMt Lipsett and NW Lipsett

    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...

  • Sixth Bridge and Maligne Canyon Loop, Jasper NP

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    near Jasper Park Lodge, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    steve_413
    Distance
    4.91mi
    Elevation +
    715f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofSixth Bridge and Maligne Canyon Loop, Jasper NP Photo ofSixth Bridge and Maligne Canyon Loop, Jasper NP Photo ofSixth Bridge and Maligne Canyon Loop, Jasper NP

    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...

  • Seebe - Anthracite

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    near Seebe, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    99slowRunner
    Distance
    3.18mi
    Elevation +
    177f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofSeebe - Anthracite Photo ofSeebe - Anthracite Photo ofSeebe - Anthracite

    This was our first ever overland trail with our stock suspension 3rd-Gen 4Runner with 32’s. We spent most of the day exploring the surroundings with a few river crossings. I don’t have anything to compare this trail to, ...

  • Slave Lake - Flat Top tower / Old Ski hill Road loop

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    near Slave Lake, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    PPMcGregor
    Distance
    23.29mi
    Elevation +
    1775f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofSlave Lake - Flat Top tower / Old Ski hill Road loop Photo ofSlave Lake - Flat Top tower / Old Ski hill Road loop Photo ofSlave Lake - Flat Top tower / Old Ski hill Road loop

    This loop start with a easy dirt road that leads up to the Flat Top fire tower. Remainder of the trail follows an overgrown cutline with evidence of some ATV activity. Great views of Lesser Slave lake. Hard dirt and ...

  • Coppermine Creek Trail

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    near Waterton, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    0.67mi
    Elevation +
    423f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCoppermine Creek Trail Photo ofCoppermine Creek Trail Photo ofCoppermine Creek Trail

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

  • Drywood Falls

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    near Pecten, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    2.59mi
    Elevation +
    446f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofDrywood Falls Photo ofDrywood Falls Photo ofDrywood Falls

    A 4km hike along a gravel road to a 10m high notch waterfall. The route lends itself to wonderful mountain views either side of the valley while smaller waterfalls along the way are just a short jaunt down to Northwood C...

  • Nordegg - Easy to moderate dirtbike (quad trail)

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    near Brazeau, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    PPMcGregor
    Distance
    38.66mi
    Elevation +
    3701f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofNordegg - Easy to moderate dirtbike (quad trail) Photo ofNordegg - Easy to moderate dirtbike (quad trail) Photo ofNordegg - Easy to moderate dirtbike (quad trail)

    Half a day to full days riding depending on skill and conditions. Mostly quad trails with some cut line, gravel roads and ditch riding. a few steep climbs, detours into the bush to avoid dead fall and mud bogs and one r...

  • Baseline tower trip

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    near Limestone Mountain, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Marc V
    with Paul Rundle
    Distance
    49.38mi
    Elevation +
    6122f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofBaseline tower trip Photo ofBaseline tower trip Photo ofBaseline tower trip

    There was still snow and ice on the trails when I went on this one, can probably make it further later in the spring/summer.

  • Beauvais Lake - Triple Crown

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    near Beaver Mines, Alberta (Canada)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    5.32mi
    Elevation +
    1207f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofBeauvais Lake - Triple Crown Photo ofBeauvais Lake - Triple Crown Photo ofBeauvais Lake - Triple Crown

    Beauvais Lake Provincial Park has a number of hiking trails that lead to hilltop overlooks with panoramic views of the Eastern Rockies; Triple Crown combines segments of these trails to form an 8.5km loop linking Mount B...

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