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  • Pincher Creek No. 9, Alberta

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    • Pincher Creek No. 9, Alberta

      Scramble Table Mountain near Pincher Creek

      6.2 mi / 2296.6 ft gain
      The trail starts at Beaver Mines Lake Campground.From the town of Beaver Mines, take route 774 South to the well marked Beaver Lakes campground turn off. Drive to the end of the camp where you will see a trail head sign board. The trail starts beside the parking sign (A second trail at the end of...
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    • Crowsnest Pass, Alberta

      Hike Turtle Mountain

      4.3 mi / 3051.2 ft gain
      Turtle Mountain will make any hiker work for the reward at the end of the trail. While it offers panoramic views of the valleys and mountains surrounding it, as well as a aerial "looking down upon" view of the famous Frank Slide - the hike even takes you to the top of the mountain above the slide...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Hike Mount Lineham

      I’ve heard a lot about the hiking in Waterton and the stunning scenery, but I never really bought into it from the pictures alone – I’m glad I finally took the opportunity to find out for myself. Mount Lineham is a short extension of Lineham Ridge, and while it might not eclipse the views from th...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Backpack the Alderson-Carthew Trail

      5.0
      12.4 mi / 4101.1 ft gain
      Take 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 ...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Hike Bear's Hump, Waterton Lakes NP

      4.7
      1.7 mi / 738 ft gain
      The trailhead is located at the Visitor Center of Waterton Lakes National Park. The trail is very well maintained, but know that the elevation gain is quick - in less than a mile you gain 738 ft. Roundtrip is 1.7 miles and is totally worth the short but strenuous hike.When you reach the top there...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Stargaze at the Top of Bear's Hump

      1.7 mi / 656.2 ft gain
      Bear's Hump is one of the shortest hikes in Waterton Lakes National Park.  Fortunately, it also offers one of, if not the best, views of the small mountain town of Waterton and surrounding peaks.  At 2.8 kilometres and 200 meters of elevation gain round trip, this hike can be done in about an hou...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Explore Cameron Falls

      Located on the west side of Waterton townsite in Waterton Lakes National Park is the iconic waterfall Cameron Falls. Probably one of the most photographed waterfalls in Waterton due to its accessibility The waterfall is practically right off of the road/bridge with easy parking right next to it. ...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Hike to Crypt Lake

      4.3
      10.8 mi / 2296.6 ft gain
      The hike begins with a gradual climb through shaded forest, which thins as you progress into the hanging valley. Along the way, you will pass by three amazing waterfalls: Twin Falls at 3.5km (2 mi), Burnt Rock Falls at 5.6km (3.5 mi) and the 600ft Crypt Falls at 8km (5 mi). There is also a 1km (0...
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    • Flathead County, Montana

      Kintla Lake Campground

      * The road to this trailhead/lake is closed during the winter.  Kintla Lake is one of the lesser explored lakes in Glacier National Park. Located on the west side of the park, it is accessible via an unpaved road from the Polebridge Ranger Station. From the Ranger Station, take a LEFT and contin...
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    • Flathead County, Montana

      Boulder Pass Trail: Kintla Lake to Boulder Pass

      35.06 mi / 5600 ft gain
      Glacier National Park is often touted as one of the best places in the whole USA when it comes to hiking and backpacking, natural scenery and wildlife encounters. With tons of trails to choose from (over 700 miles at last count), it can obviously be tough to decide where exactly you want to explo...
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    • Fernie, British Columbia

      Hike through Mount Fernie Provincial Park

      4.0
      2.5 mi / 65.6 ft gain
      Fernie is a well-known destination for outdoor rec activities, from resort skiing to backcountry touring to hiking and mountain biking. Going for a short winter hike might seem like the least exciting thing you could do, but as a break from the regular nine-to-five, it provides a perfect reconnec...
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    • Flathead County, Montana

      Camp Out at the Hornet Lookout

      1 mi / 800 ft gain
      Reservations for Hornet Lookout are obtained via Recreation.gov, and can be made up to six months in advance.  Consider a four-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle with some clearance if available, as the forest service roads aren't always well maintained. Although the hike is short, it is all switc...
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    • Fernie, British Columbia

      Hike the Mountain Lakes Trail (Heiko's Trail)

      5.0
      14.9 mi / 6889.8 ft gain
      Finished in 2003 by Fernie legend Heiko Socher, Mountain Lakes Trail (aka Heiko’s Trail) is about as good as it gets. This hike is not for the inexperienced hiker. You are way out in the backcountry with little to no other human contact. This is grizzly bear and cougar country so make sure to bri...
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    • West Glacier, Montana

      Camp at Bowman Lake

      5.0
      26.85 mi / 3005 ft gain
      Bowman lake is the 3rd largest lake in Glacier National Park and one of the most remote areas accessible by car. The drive out on a dirt road is slow and bumpy but the reward is an area without crowds and lots of adventure potential. The first-come-first-served campground offers 48 sites near t...
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    • West Glacier, Montana

      Waterton Lake via Bowman Lake

      49.5 mi / 6365 ft gain
      Our trip started on Thursday evening, spending the night at the Bowman Lake campground. You can park your car here and it's where the hike will start and end. I recommend staying here the night before because day 1 is a doozy, so you'll want an early start. Day 1 is the hardest day of the hike, ...
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    • West Glacier, Montana

      Bowman Lake to Quartz Lake Loop

      5.0
      13.3 mi / 2618 ft gain
      The trail to Quartz lake begins on southend of the Bowman Lake beach. I recommend going in a clockwise direction and getting the steep bit out of the way, but the ~13 mile loop can be done either way. Follow the Bowman Lake shore on the West Lakes Trail for about half a mile and then you will fi...
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    Camping and Lodging in Pincher Creek No. 9

    Wurtz Cabin
    Flathead County, Montana

    Wurtz Cabin

    Ford Cabin
    Flathead County, Montana

    Ford Cabin

    Mt. Wam Lookout Cabin Rental
    Eureka, Montana

    Mt. Wam Lookout Cabin Rental

    Ninko Cabin
    Flathead County, Montana

    Ninko Cabin

    Hornet Lookout
    , Montana

    Hornet Lookout

    Schnaus Cabin
    , Montana

    Schnaus Cabin

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Pincher Creek No. 9

    The Benefits of a Winter Road Trip to Waterton Lakes National Park

    The Benefits of a Winter Road Trip to Waterton Lakes National Park

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