Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route
Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.4 mi (8.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,080 ft (634 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 45 min
- High point
- 7,930 ft (2,417 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Sulphur Mountain 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route
How long is Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 45 min. It climbs 2,080 ft (634 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,930 ft (2,417 m).
How hard is Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route shaded?
Mostly exposed (23% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
Castle Mountain Coffee Co., 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Chateau Mountain Sports, 1.4 mi (2.3 km).
Is this a good week for Sulphur Mountain Traverse Route?
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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- Goat Creek Tr (TCT) Banff National Park · Easy · 7 mi (11.3 km)
- Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Spray Valley Provincial Park · Expert · 58.6 mi (94.3 km)
- Banff Trans Canada Trail Banff National Park · Easy · 3.5 mi (5.6 km)
- Raven Crag Descent Trail Banff National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Spray Connector Banff National Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap