Alberta
Home to some of North America's most spectacular mountain scenery, world-famous national parks, and amazing opportunities to see wildlife, Alberta is a must-do for any adventure seeker.
Top Spots in and near Alberta
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Waterton, Alberta
Backpack the Alderson-Carthew Trail
5.012.4 mi / 4101.1 ft gainTake the Akamina Parkway in Wateron Lakes National Park to its terminus at Cameron Lake. Your hike will start from here. If you’re through-hiking either drop another vehicle off at Cameron Falls in the town site, or be prepared to hitch a ride back to Cameron Lake, due to heavy traffic this is ...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Hike to Allstones Lake
4.53.1 mi / 2165.4 ft gain194km West of Rocky Mountain House, the trail head is marked by a small brown sign, with parking available across the highway on Abraham Lake. Very easy to follow the trail, no scramble sections but definitely a steady incline. Near the lake there will be a fork in the trail, head left to hike d...Read more -
Kananaskis, Alberta
Hike Alberta's Grizzly Peak
4.0The trailhead is located on the north side of Ripple Creek, the first creek you come across after passing the Grizzly Creek turnoff. There is an easy pull-off on the east side of the highway. You should be able to see the trailhead from the road, which follows the southern slope of the mountain f...Read more -
Kananaskis, Alberta
Bryant Creek Lodge via Watridge Lake Trail
16.65 mi / 1401 ft gainThis moderate-graded backcountry hike or ski in the winter can take 5-8 hours (one way). Most people hike or ski in from the Mt. Shark parking lot in Kananaskis Country, a 30 min. drive from Canmore, Alberta. From Mt. Shark Parking Lot (off the Smith-Dorrien Road), take the Watridge Lake Trail t...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Mount Coleman Scramble
This is an amazing hike takes you through the beautiful Sunset Meadows to a towering scramble of Mount Coleman. The 10,000ft peak offers up a challenging scrambling section for a rewarding view of Banff National Park.The trailhead is at the Sunset Pass/Pinto Lake Trailhead. Follow Highway 93, Ice...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Explore Jasper Lake
This is a great photography destination because it's not unusual to have this whole place to yourself. It's less than a mile from the parking lot and there's just enough water in the winter time to catch that perfect reflection. Whether you visit during the winter or the summer, sunrise is probab...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Hiking Mt. Ernest Ross
3.0Clearly visible from the highway, the Twin Peaks of Ernest Ross get their namesake from the man who first drove a 1930 Ford Roadster between Rocky Mountain House and Saskatchewan River Crossing.After a 5 minute walk along the north bank of Bridge Creek, the hike begins to pick up elevation. A str...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Hike to Healy Pass
7.5 mi / 2198.2 ft gainHead up to Healy Pass in late September or early October to check out the beautiful larch trees in their golden glory. Sunshine Meadows, Assiniboine, and other amazing views can be seen from the top of this easy trail. Start your adventure in the Sunshine Village ski resort parking lot. Head behi...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Explore Edith Lake in Jasper National Park
4.5One of the warmer lakes in Jasper National Park, Lake Edith is a great spot to post up and spend the day hanging in the summer sun. It comes with fewer amenities than neighboring and more popular Lake Annette, so naturally you'll see slightly fewer people. It does come with a public dock, but rem...Read more -
Kananaskis, Alberta
Scramble up Mount Sparrowhawk for Sunrise
7.5 mi / 4527.6 ft gainMount Sparrowhawk was the first mountain I ever fell in love with -- I knew it well, and I knew that the summit would still be accessible with a bit of snow on it in October. With waning daylight hours, it was a perfect option - albeit intense - for a sunrise hike.The trailhead is located on the ...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Backpack the Tonquin Valley
5.043.5 mi / 1640.4 ft gainThe Tonquin Valley is well known for its strong grizzly bear population. If you plan on tackling this hike check bear warnings prior to leaving and always keep a can of bear spray easily accessible.It also is recommended that hikers wait till late summer or early autumn to complete this hike. Ear...Read more -
Bighorn No. 8, Alberta
Summit Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak
4.0If you're looking for views, vistas, and great scrambles in the Rockies, this is a great place to start. For any geology enthusiast, furthermore, this hike cannot be missed, offering great opportunities to search for some seriously ancient fossils.The trail begins on the west side of the parking ...Read more -
Kananaskis, Alberta
Hike to Little Arethusa
2.8 mi / 2034.1 ft gainUnfortunately, pictures of larches in autumn never actually do them justice. It's worth it to go out and experience them for yourself. This hike is pretty scenic for the short distance it is, but my favourite part is that you get to be up close and personal with the larches as the forest is bathe...Read more -
Kananaskis, Alberta
Hiking to Karst Spring in Kananaskis Country
4.5Every year, over 5 million visitors make their way through Banff National Park to soak in the surrounding peaks, bountiful wildlife, and turquoise-colored lakes. With this many visitors, it's hard to find yourself alone, especially during the peak seasons of summer and fall. Right next door to Ba...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Hike the Path of the Angel Glacier Loop Trail
1.2 mi / 328.1 ft gainyou start the loop by climbing the small set of stairs from the parking lot to the memorial for nurse Edith Cavell. Ahead of you the trail has many options, leading down to the flood plains, or up to the lake viewing area. This viewing platform provides you with a elevated view of the glacial lak...Read more -
Turner Valley, Alberta
Hike to the Top of the Wasootch Ridge
4.08.7 mi / 3280 ft gainThe start to this hike is located about 45 minutes west of Calgary and about the same East of Banff. Off the Trans Canada Highway take the highway 40 exit into Kananaskis and continue until you reach the Wasootch Creek area. There is ample parking, however during spring and summer months it can b...Read more