Elbow Pass/Lake Trail
Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 6.5 mi (10.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 755 ft (230 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 30 min
- High point
- 6,883 ft (2,098 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Elbow Lake Backcountry Campground 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Edworthy Falls 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Elbow Pass/Lake Trail
How long is Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
Elbow Pass/Lake Trail is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 755 ft (230 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,883 ft (2,098 m).
How hard is Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is Elbow Pass/Lake Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (51% under trees).
What can you do on Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes.
Where can you eat near Elbow Pass/Lake Trail?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Elbow Pass/Lake 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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