Field, British Columbia
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Field
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Banff, Alberta
Hike to the Hoodoos, Banff
5.03 mi / 295.3 ft gainThe beginning of this hike is easily accessed from the town center of Banff by the Bow river. Perfect for those without a car! Follow the trail on the side closest to town as it leads up the Bow River and into the forest following the signs for Hoodoos Loop.The hike is 4.8km one way, leading arou...Read more -
Banff, Alberta
Hike Tunnel Mountain, Banff
4.02.7 mi / 984.3 ft gainThe lower trailhead is only a short walk from Downtown Banff. Head east on Wolf street and up St. Julien Road and you will see the trailhead shortly after passing Wolverine street.There is also a upper trailhead on Tunnel Mountain Drive across from the carpark and viewpoint. Although this is clos...Read more -
52.013448,-116.628897, Alberta
Mount Cline
4.014.56 mi / 6535 ft gainStarting 105 miles (169kms) from Rocky Mountain House, the trailhead for this hike begins across the highway from Thompson Creek Campground. There is a grassy area to park and the path extends obviously on the east side of the creek. The initial 2.5 miles (4.2kms) meanders along the creek with 2...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Explore Bankhead Ghost Town
5.00.81 mi / 37 ft gainBankhead is a ghost town which flanks Cascade Mountain and lies just south of Lake Minnewanka in Banff National Park. The main portion of the ghost town is located in Lower Bankhead, which can be reach by traveling North on Range Rd 1158 (closed Nov - Apr), following the signs to Lake Minnewanka....Read more -
Banff, Alberta
Dawn to Dusk in Banff National Park
5.06.8 miThis is a micro adventure in one of the world’s most desired National Parks. The common excuse for those who tend to skip the great outdoors is lack of time. This one day adventure is an example that you can cram a lot into a day! Dawn: Sunrise hike up to South Ridge in Banff. Start at the famous...Read more -
Rogers Pass, British Columbia
Camp at Hermit Meadows
4 mi / 2559.1 ft gainThe trail head is located between the Rogers Pass Discovery Center and the Tupper. It's a good idea to head into the Discovery Center first and book the campsites as they do require pre-booking to use, and the fines can be steep. Campfires are banned at this campsite as it is a fragile alpine eco...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Kayak Two Jack Lake
4.2Of all the lakes in the Banff area, this was one of my favorites to get out on the water. Don't expect the bright blue glacial waters of some of the other lakes in the Canadian Rockies, but the water is pristine and it was one of the few places I went where it felt like it was all locals hanging...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Hike to the Hermit of Inglismaldie
4.02 mi / 34 ft gainAs you drive towards Johnson Lake, the road will end at a parking lot where you should park. There are restrooms and picnic tables located in this same area. Due to the low elevation, the trail around Johnson Lake is a gentle walk, but trail conditions should always be checked especially during ...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Snowshoe to Johnson Lake
2 miThis is a well-traveled hike, so if you stay on the path, you'll likely need only a good pair of boots. However, in the middle of winter, the lake freezes solid, and you might enjoy exploring a little out on the frozen lake like we did. Snowshoes definitely came in handy out there.This is a very ...Read more -
East Kootenay G, British Columbia
Hike to Cobalt Lake
5.010 mi / 2400 ft gainYou most likely won't find another person hiking this trail the same day as you, and for good reason; the trailhead is at the end of a 55 km gravel road that begins at British Columbia Highway 95, near the remote town of Spillimacheen. There is helicopter transportation if you are staying at the ...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Siffleur Falls Trail
4.09.02 mi / 922 ft gainApproximately 93 miles (150kms) West of Rocky Mountain House along Highway 11, the trailhead begins at the Siffleur Falls Day Use Area. This spot offers restrooms and picnic tables to relax after your hike. Begin by following the trail along the North Saskatchewan River. Cross the very long susp...Read more -
East Kootenay G, British Columbia
Climb Bugaboo Spire, NE Ridge
6 mi / 2300 ft gainThe adventure of the Bugaboos starts almost at the highway when you turn off at Brisco. A collection of rough and tumble roads that are only recently signed towards the Bugaboo Provincial Parking Lot are exciting enough... 4WD isn't required, but a car with decent clearance will make the drive mu...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 -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Hike Maze Peak
4.05.3 mi / 2624.7 ft gainThere's not much of a trailhead for Maze Peak - in fact there isn't a trailhead at all. Bring up the start location from this post and pull over on the side of the dirt road once you get to it! The hardest part about this trail is just kind of finding it, really. The good news is that you're goin...Read more -
Edgewater, British Columbia
Hike to Windy Ridge
10.6 mi / 1640.4 ft gainWindy Ridge is located by Og Pass in the Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park. Whether you start from any of the campgrounds, huts or the lodge, the way to the Windy Ridge Trail is well indicated and the trail itself is well worn. Beware that if you are using the Gem Trek map (1:100,000), the notes ...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