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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Hike to Bragg Creek Ice Cave

      4.0
      4.3 mi / 5879.3 ft gain
      Also known as Moose Mountain Ice Cave, Canyon Creek Ice Cave and Ing Mine.The cave is located on the west side of Moose Ridge andhas a huge entrance, it is approximately1,600 ft. in depth. Take Highway 22 past Bragg Creek, continue on the 66 towards Moose Mountain.  Turn off at Canyon Creek Road...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Prairie Mountain and Elbow Falls

      4.4
      22 km west of Bragg Creek, turn off Highway 66 at the Elbow Falls Parking Lot. Park on the North side of the road on the shoulder at the winter closure gates. The trail is well-defined and heads straight up (North) from the highway.The trail begins with some steep switchbacks, but then levels out...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Hike Iyarhe Ipan

      3.0
      2.5 mi / 1476.4 ft gain
      Iyarhe Ipan means "mountain point" in Stoney, and while it's far from the highest peak you'll ever climb, it certainly is worth it. Iyarhe Ipan was the fix for the scrambling itch I've had all winter.Before Highway 66 opens in the summer, you'll have to park your car at Elbow Falls parking lot an...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Winter Hike Up Vent's Ridge

      Whether it was the unseasonably warm weather; the forested, uneven, foot-wide, root-covered trail; limestone cliffs towering above me; the view of Myosotis Peak from the ridge; or exploring along Powderface Creek on the descent, this trail was an absolute blast.If you do this hike in February lik...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Rock Climb at White Buddha

      4.0
      1.9 mi / 492.1 ft gain
      To reach White Buddha, park at the Powerface Creek parking lot. Between December and May, Route 66 is closed at Elbow Falls, so you may need to park at the gate and walk in, about 0.3 miles (500 m). The trailhead is well marked from the parking lot.The first section of the trail is mellow, though...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Hike White Buddha via Powderface Trail

      3.0
      2.5 mi / 1148.3 ft gain
      Follow Hwy. 66 until you come upon the Powderface Staging Area. This is the trailhead. If you are coming between December & May, park at the Elbow Falls Day use area and walk along the road approximately 100 meters. This trail is easy to find and is quite wide. Follow the Powderface Creek Tra...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Hike Jumpingpound Summit

      3.0
      3.1 mi / 1148.3 ft gain
      This is a great short hike that will only take about ½ day. Take Hwy. 1 west and take the exit for the Sibbald Creek Trail. Follow this road until you hit the Powderface Trail. (NOTE: this road is closed from December 1 – May 14 annually). Follow this road for approximately 15km’s.  Take note tha...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Hike Nihahi Ridge

      4.5
      8.1 mi / 2624.7 ft gain
      This year on the summer solstice, I was invited to go up Nihahi Ridge to celebrate. It's in one of my personal most underrated areas of the Rockies just west of Bragg Creek, and it's a popular objective, but less so during the evening. The trail begins once you park your car at the Little Elbow p...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Cross-Country Ski and Scramble to Oldforgetmenot for Sunrise

      9.9 mi / 2395 ft gain
      I think it's because I tend to watch football on Sundays that I've started doing more sunrise hikes --- can't say I regret it either! Oldforgetmenot is a perfect objective to take in a sunrise on: elevation gain isn't too intense, distance isn't too trying, and there are quite a few stretches tha...
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    • Bragg Creek, Alberta

      Scramble Mount Glasgow

      3.0
      14.3 mi / 4265.1 ft gain
      As with most hikes in the Bragg Creek/Little Elbow area, the trail begins at the Little Elbow campground. To make the hike a tiny bit shorter, most people bike for the first 4 km on the Big Elbow trail to South Glasgow Creek. If you're not using a GPS trail, you'll know you're at the creek once y...
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    • Kananaskis, Alberta

      Raft the Kananaskis River

      4.7
      The river is perfect for first time rafters and families, but the Kananaskis River also provides enough thrills for even a seasoned whitewater enthusiast. You will spend approximately 2 hours paddling, surfing and, if you feel brave enough, swimming in this glacial fed river! The section of rive...
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    • Kananaskis, Alberta

      HIke to Barrier Lake Lookout

      3.3
      From the parking lot, cross the dam, heading west onto the trail, with the lake on your left. Once you reach the forest, you will come to a 'Y' intersection, from which point you have two options:6.7 miles (10.8 km), 4 hours roundtrip, out-and-back For a shorter hike, go right at the 'Y' intersec...
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    • Kananaskis, Alberta

      Hike the Prairie View - Jewel Pass Loop

      5.0
      9.3 mi / 2050.5 ft gain
      Park at the Barrier Lake day use area on Hwy. 40. Make your way across the dam heading west. Follow the main trail slightly north west into the trees and begin your ascent. Mostly long switchbacks with some sections getting a bit steeper near the top. As soon as you break through the trees, you'l...
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    • Turner Valley, Alberta

      Snowshoe to Midnight Peak

      7.5 mi / 3120 ft gain
      When exploring, sometimes the best days are when you bite off a bit more than you can chew and push your limits. On a summer day without a cloud in the sky, Midnight Peak would be challenging, but in winter it's a difficult test to be attempted by the prepared and able.The trail to Midnight Peak ...
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    • Kananaskis, Alberta

      Hike Alberta's Mount Baldy

      4.0
      Rated as moderate to difficult due to scrambling sections. Estimated round trip is 4-5 hours depending on experience. From highway #1, the trailhead is located 13 kms South on highway 40. You will spot a small stream on your left with a small parking area for a few cars. The trail head is often m...
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    • Turner Valley, Alberta

      Hike Porcupine Ridge

      5.9 mi / 2231 ft gain
      This trail was really easy to find and follow, unfortunately that means the description will be short.Park your car at Porcupine Creek on Highway 40 and take off to the southeast! The path follows the creek and requires a couple of creek crossings on makeshift bridges, but once the creek forks yo...
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