Barrier Lookout Trail
Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 187 ft (57 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 6,270 ft (1,911 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: yates 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Peak: McConnell Ridge 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Barrier Lookout Trail
How long is Barrier Lookout Trail?
Barrier Lookout Trail is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 187 ft (57 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,270 ft (1,911 m).
How hard is Barrier Lookout Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Barrier Lookout Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Barrier Lookout Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Barrier Lookout Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (23% under trees).
What can you do on Barrier Lookout Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Is this a good week for Barrier Lookout 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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