Mesa Back Door Trail
Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone, Alberta, Canada. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4 mi (6.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 863 ft (263 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 45 min
- High point
- 5,509 ft (1,679 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Mesa Butte 4 mi (6.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mesa Back Door Trail
How long is Mesa Back Door Trail?
Mesa Back Door Trail is 4 mi (6.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 45 min. It climbs 863 ft (263 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,509 ft (1,679 m).
How hard is Mesa Back Door Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mesa Back Door Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Mesa Back Door Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Mesa Back Door Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (90% under trees).
What can you do on Mesa Back Door Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Mesa Back Door 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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