Indian Ridge
An airy ridgeline with some steep scrambling to a wild summit, reached by extending the hike from Whistlers Peak.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 9.6 km
- Ascent
- 755 m
- Descent
- 755 m
Hiking in Alberta
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Hiking Routes in Alberta
Whistlers Summit Trail
The tram only takes you so far–this trail goes to the summit of Whistlers Peak
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Ascent
- 198 m
- Descent
- 198 m
The Whistlers Trail
The alternative to riding the SkyTram is hiking up Whistlers Peak.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
Overlook Loop
Scenic and convenient loop with a view over Jasper.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 186 m
- Descent
- 186 m
Pyramid Mountain Lake Hike
Short hike from the end of the fire road to the tarn at the base of Pyramid Mountain.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 137 m
- Descent
- 137 m
Bald Hills
Hike from Maligne Lake to a panoramic ridge high above the treeline.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 783 m
- Descent
- 783 m
Coronet Creek Hike
Unmaintained trail along a creek to a very remote alpine cirque.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 359 m
- Descent
- 359 m
Jacques Lake
Easy overnight backpacking trip to a secluded lake with a comfortable backcountry campground.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 474 m
- Descent
- 474 m
Hike to the Toe of the Athabasca Glacier
Easy walk to the edge of a large glacier.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Ascent
- 57 m
- Descent
- 57 m
Maligne Canyon Upper Loop
Walk along a deep and narrow gorge filled with waterfalls and cloaked in greenery..
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.7 km
- Ascent
- 57 m
- Descent
- 57 m
Healy Pass and Egypt Lake
A popular hike with wildflowers and mountain views, plus a less-crowded extension to a remote alpine lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 26 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Cascade Amphitheatre
A dramatic alpine valley tucked high in the mountains near Banff.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 782 m
- Descent
- 782 m
Aylmer Lookout
A long walk near the lakeside, then a steep climb to an elevated panorama.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 995 m
- Descent
- 995 m
East End of Rundle (EEOR)
Quick and close to town, but challenges your fitness.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.9 km
- Ascent
- 829 m
- Descent
- 829 m
Ankle Biter -> Gap Peak -> Mount Fable Traverse
A very difficult and technical route.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
Cory Pass and Edith Pass Loop
A steep, rocky, and shaded hike with seriously beautiful scenery.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km