A description of the route to the col between Mount Burstall and Piggy Plus which is a terrific viewpoint. A variation on the way back takes in a second great viewpoint.
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Hiking Trails
Link Creek Trail between the old Volcano Ridge trailhead and Volcano Pass has been re-routed. This blog describes the trail and how it can be used in combination with other trails..
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The area between Station Flats and Canyon Creek Road has become a popular mountain biking destination, with more bikers than hikers on many of the trails. A map shows the conglomeration of trails in the area including some new “Downhill Specific” trails.
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A new mountain bike trail has appeared along the section of McConnell Ridge north of Barrier Lookout. This aesthetically-routed trail makes an excellent loop out of the boring Quaite Valley-Jewell Pass trail.
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An excellent, easy 6 km mountain biking trail has been developed between the eastern end of the present Stewart Creek development and Deadman’s Flats. Apart from a short, somewhat boggy section, the tread is very good.
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Brief descriptions of the four ways of getting on or off the Highline Trail above Canmore complete with a downloadable topo map.
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Describes the new start to Three Sisters Creek from Three Sisters Mountain Village in Canmore. The first section is shared with the Highline trail.
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Spring and fall hiking in the Sheep River Area. A short walk to the the first Long Prairie Hill and a visit to the Sheep River with an option to ascend the second foothill and return via a different route.
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A lament on the lost art of routing trails, and why we should follow the Powderface Creek pack trail to maintain the tread.
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Tired of the muddy Prairie Link Trail trail? Here are a couple of alternatives spring hikes using Prairie and Powderface Creeks that can be done as single loops or combined for a satisfying short day out.
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