Day Hike in Kananaskis Country

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Explore the wilderness of Kananaskis Country, just Southeaset of Banff National Park, a little known gem in the Canadian Rockies. During this private hike, enjoy the history of the mountain parks, it's geology, geography, flora and fauna. Looking for something off the beaten path? This is it. Specific hikes vary depending on weather, wildlife and seasons.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please come prepared with a day pack, hiking shoes, 1.5 liters of water per person, snacks and clothing for mountain weather.

It can snow any day of the year in the mountains!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Meet at the visitor information centre for 8:00am. Complete waivers and medical forms and then convoy to the trailhead. After a brief trailhead talk about bear awareness, a few hours of hiking lend itself to an amazing lunch spot in the wilderness with amazing views. Enjoy limestone mountain vistas, local wildlife, animal sign, local plants, the geology, history and ecology of the region. Each hike is about 6-7 hours from the trailhead return, and includes an interpretive component. Transportation is not included but a drive out to this special place is well worth the visit. Don't forget your camera!

What‘s Included

Local guide

Transportation to/from trailhead

Kananaskis Conservation Parking Pass $15 + tax/vehicle/day

Options

Day Hike in Kananaskis Country

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wasootch Ridge
brendaQ816FR,Jan 13, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Spent a fun day with Shauna hiking Wasootch Ridge. There were amazing views from the top! Kananaskis has been Shauna's playground for many years and she knows it inside out. She has a wealth of knowledge of the local flora and fauna and this really added to the adventure as I'm a bit of a plant geek. Shauna is a 'safety first' kind of guide and I felt totally at ease hiking in bear country with her. I highly recommend her!
Absolutely amazing!!
Estefani O,Sep 19, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour totally made my vacation worth while! As a first in the Canadian Rockies and being a beginner hiker, I was extremely nervous but Shauna our guide was so great and knowledgeable of the area that it made all the difference! We did the Rawson Lake trail and I can't recommend it enough! Thanks Shauna! :D Will definitely book again the next time I'm in town.