Day Hike in Kananaskis Country
Explore the wilderness of Kananaskis Country, just Southeaset of Banff National Park, a little known gem in the Canadian Rockies. During this private hike, enjoy the history of the mountain parks, it's geology, geography, flora and fauna. Looking for something off the beaten path? This is it. Specific hikes vary depending on weather, wildlife and seasons.
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Day Hike in Kananaskis Country
What's included in Day Hike in Kananaskis Country
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Meet at the visitor information centre for 8:00am. Complete waivers and medical forms and then convoy to the trailhead. After a brief trailhead talk about bear awareness, a few hours of hiking lend itself to an amazing lunch spot in the wilderness with amazing views. Enjoy limestone mountain vistas, local wildlife, animal sign, local plants, the geology, history and ecology of the region. Each hike is about 6-7 hours from the trailhead return, and includes an interpretive component. Transportation is not included but a drive out to this special place is well worth the visit. Don't forget your camera!
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Transportation to/from trailhead
- Kananaskis Conservation Parking Pass $15 + tax/vehicle/day
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please come prepared with a day pack, hiking shoes, 1.5 liters of water per person, snacks and clothing for mountain weather.
- It can snow any day of the year in the mountains!
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet for 8:00 am at the Barrier Lake Visitor Information Centre. 8 km south of Hwy one on Highway 40. Please arrive with a full tank of gas as we will drive to the trailhead after meeting.
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Ticket Redemption
Thank you for your booking! Please have each participant of your trip read and complete the following forms and return them to [email protected] well before your trip. https://www.freeheelinadventures.com/waiver Please come prepared with hiking boots, a day pack with 1.5 litres of water per person, lunch, snacks and equipped for mountain weather, it can snow any day of the year in the Rockies! The meeting place may be out of cell service. Freeheelin' Adventures | www.freeheelinadventures.com | 403 675 6168
