Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)
Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone, Alberta, Canada
Point-to-point trail in Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone, Alberta, Canada. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 18.5 mi (29.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,540 ft (1,079 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr
- High point
- 7,159 ft (2,182 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Peak: Cox Hill NE summit 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Peak: Cox Hill 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Lusk Pass Camp 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 18.4 mi (29.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)
How long is Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)?
Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail) is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr. It climbs 3,540 ft (1,079 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,159 ft (2,182 m).
How hard is Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)?
Parking at the far end, 30 spaces. 6 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail) shaded?
Mostly shaded (76% under trees).
What can you do on Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country Trail)?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Is this a good week for Trans Canada Trail (Kananaskis Country 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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