Alberta's Canadian Rockies Hiking Tours
Hiking tours in Alberta's Canadian Rockies offer breathtaking views of one of the world’s most spectacular mountain ranges, creating an adventure travel experience you will never forget. From the challenging Sawback Trail to the scenic Wapta Icefield Trek, planning a hiking tour in the Canadian Rockies has the potential to be a life-changing adventure.
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Scrambling Skills and Safety
Most mountaineers start out as hikers on simple trails, progressively learning new skills to take on more advanced terrain. Scrambling is a fundamental skill in a hiker’s toolbelt, opening the door to more incredible scenery with the use of your own two hands. The Scrambling Skills and Safety tour is a chance to become familiar with scrambling with the guidance of a mountain expert.
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Hiking the Wapta Icefields
If you want to access terrain enjoyed by few, the Hiking the Wapta Icefields tour is the ideal chance to escape your routine and seek the mountains. This hiking adventure in the Canadian Rockies departs from stunning Bow Lake to leave everyone else behind, travelling deep into the mountains.
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Guided Ascent of Mount Willingdon
Reaching the peak of Mount Willingdon is an incredible experience, and it’s one you can do without mountaineering experience or any special skills! On the Guided Ascent of Mount Willingdon, you’ll be led up this incredible mountain with an experienced guide, reaching the 11,066-foot summit to discover unbelievable views over the surrounding Rockies.
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Hiking the Skoki Circuit
While the selection of incredible backpacking routes in the Canadian Rockies is too long to name, the Skoki Circuit stands out for its jaw-dropping beauty. The Hiking the Skoki Circuit tour is an excellent way to enjoy this region of Banff National Park, taking care of the logistics so you can just soak up those views.
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Kananaskis Highlands Backpacking Adventure
Have you heard of Banff’s little sister, Kananaskis? This collection of provincial parks and wildlands make up one of the best hiking destinations in Canada. With scenery that’s just as good as the big national parks but comes with fewer people on the trail, this is the ideal place to get backpacking! The Kananaskis Highlands Backpacking Adventure shows you the very best of this special place!
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Backpacking near Mount Assiniboine
Mount Assiniboine is likely the most iconic peak in the Rockies, and the Backpacking near Mount Assiniboine tour is an adventure that puts this mountain at center stage! Despite delivering a true backcountry experience, this tour is suitable for less experienced hikers and backpackers- where better to have your first backpacking experience than the Mount Assiniboine area?
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Jasper Highlands Backpacking Adventure
The Jasper Highlands Backpacking Adventure is a must-do adventure for the intermediate or strong backpacker. If you’ve tested your legs elsewhere and feel ready for a truly remote adventure, this is the one!
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Rocky Mountain Self-Drive Tour
This trip is an incredible self-guided exploration of the world-renowned Canadian Rocky Mountains. You’ll love the flexibility of this 11-day fly-and-drive-style road trip. Follow your route to all the must-see mountain spots, but the main goal is to show you the exceptional, hidden gems that are off the beaten track.
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Berg Lake Backpacking Tour
There are few places better to escape into in the backcountry than Mount Robson Provincial Park, home to Canada’s tallest mountain and more pristine hiking trails than you can imagine. The Berg Lake Backpacking Tour is 6 days of pure mountain bliss!
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Backpacking the Banff Highline Trail
Backpacking the Banff Highline Trail is a quintessential Canadian Rockies adventure, and this tour takes you across countless unforgettable kilometres, walking underneath stone giants, across flower-dotted meadows, and past shimmering alpine lakes.
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Women’s Introduction to Mountaineering
Are you a solid hiker looking to get to the next level? Learn the fundamentals of mountain navigation and movement on the Women’s Introduction to Mountaineering course, an unforgettable adventure designed to teach you the skills you’ll need to conquer new mountains without previous experience required.
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Heart of the Canadian Rockies Self-Drive Tour
There are many spectacular places to visit in the Rockies, and this self-drive itinerary features the incredible iconic parks that are symbolic of the Canadian mountains. The Heart of the Canadian Rockies Self-Drive Tour allows you the flexibility of enjoying the mountains your own way while ensuring you don’t miss the greatest spots.
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Rocky Mountain Ranches Tour
The prairies naturally evoke images of the lonesome cowboy riding into the sunset, but the mountains are horse-country, too! On the Rocky Mountain Ranches Tour self-drive road trip, you’ll experience the peace that living in harmony with nature brings during your ranch stays.
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7-Day Rocky Mountain Adventure Tour
Discover gorgeous mountain scenery, pristine alpine lakes, and impressive ancient woodland on this 7-day camping and adventure tour of the Rockies. The Kananaskis highlands, Banff National Park, and exhilarating Kicking Horse River are just a handful of the amazing places that you will explore.
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Rockies in Style Hiking Tour
For the best of the Canadian Rockies, look no further than this fantastic guided journey! This 8-day hiking tour introduces you to the highlights of the Banff, Yoho, Jasper, and Kootenay National Parks. Enjoy an endlessly scenic region over a week of adventure!
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Alberta's Canadian Rockies General Information
Where to Trek in the Canadian Rockies
When planning where to trek in the Canadian Rockies, consider your desired route or a hub to explore from. Banff is a popular starting point for trails like the Sunshine Meadows to Mount Assiniboine, while Jasper offers access to stunning treks such as the Skoki Valley Trek.
What makes Trekking in the Canadian Rockies special?
Trekking in the Canadian Rockies is a special experience due to the captivating blend of dramatic mountain landscapes and rich wildlife. The region is home to remarkable trails, such as the Sawback Trail and the Wapta Icefield Trek, offering trekkers a challenging yet transformative journey through pristine natural environments.
When to go Trekking in the Canadian Rockies
To answer plainly, the best time is during the late summer months. Although July to September are the busiest times, spring and autumn can also be suitable, while winter trekking is not recommended due to snow and harsh conditions on high elevation trails.
Top 5 Treks in the Canadian Rockies
- Sunshine Meadows to Mount Assiniboine: Traverse alpine meadows and stunning mountain vistas on this challenging trek to the "Matterhorn of the Rockies."
- Skoki Valley Trek: Explore remote backcountry beauty, lush meadows, and historical lodges in this serene and scenic trek.
- Sawback Trail: Embark on a multi-day adventure through diverse landscapes, from dense forests to open alpine terrain.
- Wapta Icefield Trek: Venture onto the expansive icefield, crossing glaciers and enjoying awe-inspiring views of rugged ice landscapes.
- Egypt Lake Loop: Discover one of Banff's most picturesque areas, with turquoise lakes, dramatic peaks, and lush valleys.