The Great Trail
British Columbia, Canada
Out-and-back trail in British Columbia, Canada. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 3,484 ft (1,062 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about The Great Trail
How long is The Great Trail?
The Great Trail is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 39 ft (12 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,484 ft (1,062 m).
How hard is The Great Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Great Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on The Great Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is The Great Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (37% under trees).
Is The Great Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on The Great Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near The Great Trail?
The Fernie Taphouse, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Save-On-Foods, 1.1 mi (1.7 km).
Is this a good week for The Great 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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- Darkside Connector British Columbia · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Coal Discovery Trail British Columbia · Hard · 9 mi (14.6 km)
- Morrissey Court Connector British Columbia · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Town Loop British Columbia · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- R-Trail British Columbia · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap