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There are many
different locations in Rocky Mountain House area that are
open to hiking. Many of these spots are easy to reach and
are well worth the hike.
Unless you are familiar with the area, you
are advised to consult one of many books about hiking in the
area, such as, "Hiking Alberta's David Thompson Country"
by Pat Kariel and Eric Schneider, and "Backroad Mapbook".
for further information about these and many other hikes.
Remember to alert others about your plans
and to take precautions to avoid getting lost.
- Siffleur
Falls: From the well marked parking lot on
Highway 11 at Kootenay Plains, follow the easy 3.7 km route
across the suspension bridge over the North Saskatchewan
to the falls. The area is an ecological reserve.
- Allstones
Lake: Access from Highway
11 at Allstones Creek along Lake Abraham, the trail climbs
over 500 m in the 3.2 km distance. The trail provides a
spectacular view of Allstones Lake from above, as well as
some great vistas.
- Shunda
Mountain Lookout: On top of
old "Baldy" at Nordegg is the forestry lookout
with a staff person who gets lots of visitors up the old
fire road trail. The hike is 6 km from the gate across the
access road.
- Coliseum
Lookout:
THe next mountain overlooking Nordegg has the distinctive
crown on one end. The access trail begins near Shunda Creek
Campground and it is a moderate 7 km hike.
- Landslide
Lake: So you think you are tough? This lake
can be reached from the Cline River bridge on Highway 11
or from the trail head east of Thompson Creek Campground.
It's 10 km from the bridge, and a little shorter, but steeper
attack from the south trail head. It is well worth the effort
however. The trail from the bridge is also the access to
Lake
of the Falls, Pinto Lake and Entry Creek.
- Baseline Lookout: Baseline
Mountain is located SW of Rocky Mountain House on Secondary
Highway 752. The lookout is 4 km from the access road gate.
Canada Cup Mountain bike racing has been held here.
- Rocky Mountain House and Crimson
Lake: For a stroll or bike ride, Rocky has paved
and gravel trails throughout the town and they connect to
the trail systems at Crimson Lake Provincial Park and Rocky
Mountain House National Historic Site.
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