#2 Simmons Trail
Elk Island National Park, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Elk Island National Park, Alberta, Canada. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 9 mi (14.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 52 ft (16 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 2,392 ft (729 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Oster Lake Backcountry Campground 9 mi (14.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about #2 Simmons Trail
How long is #2 Simmons Trail?
#2 Simmons Trail is 9 mi (14.5 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 52 ft (16 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,392 ft (729 m).
How hard is #2 Simmons Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for #2 Simmons Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on #2 Simmons Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 9 mi (14.5 km), 9 mi (14.5 km).
Is #2 Simmons Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (93% under trees).
What can you do on #2 Simmons Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes.
Is this a good week for #2 Simmons Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Hayburger Trail Elk Island National Park · Easy · 5.6 mi (9 km)
- Shoreline Trail Elk Island National Park · Easy · 3.9 mi (6.2 km)
- Moss Lake trail option Elk Island National Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Moss Lake Trail Elk Island National Park · Easy · 7.6 mi (12.2 km)
- Wood Bison Trail Elk Island National Park · Easy · 9.8 mi (15.8 km)
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