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The Sheep

Another new trail in the Sheep

by Gillean Daffern on July 20, 2010

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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Long Prairie Hills

by Gillean Daffern on May 21, 2010

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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Winter in Kananaskis

by Brenda Everitt on February 21, 2010

In the winter, the Sheep River is usually frozen and crossing on the ice is an easy way to access trails on the south side of the river.

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Snowshoe Long Prairie Ridge

by Tony Daffern on January 11, 2010

A 9.3 km snowshoe loop over scenic Long Prairie Ridge in the Sandy McNabb area of the Sheep River with a visit to twin viewpoints atop Pine Ridge. There are many options for shorter or longer trips.

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New Trail in the Sheep

by Gillean Daffern on September 20, 2009

A description and map of the new official trail called Long Prairie Ridge Loop in the Sheep River area.

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Volcano Ridge Summit

by Tony Daffern on May 31, 2009

Two direct routes to the summit of Volcano Ridge have been developed following the closure of Gorge Creek Road at Gorge Creek Trailhead.

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Hike Carry Ridge

by Gillean Daffern on April 10, 2009

A delightful hiking trail along Carry Ridge in the Sheep River area of Kananaskis Country suitable for early-season hiking, but good all year.

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Sandy McNabb Hill – winter and spring hiking

by Gillean Daffern on February 23, 2009

A pleasant south-facing trail over some low hills above the Sheep River. Can be hiked year-round.

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