Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)
Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
Point-to-point trail in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 13 mi (21 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 459 ft (140 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 4,636 ft (1,413 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area: Valley View 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Shelter 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)
How long is Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail) is 13 mi (21 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 459 ft (140 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,636 ft (1,413 m).
How hard is Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail) shaded?
Mostly exposed (22% under trees).
What can you do on Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada Trail)?
McDonald's, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Petro-Canada, 0.2 mi (0.3 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail (Trans Canada 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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