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Best trails in Kootenay National Park
Looking for a great trail in Kootenay National Park, British Columbia? AllTrails has 29 great hiking trails, trail running trails, views trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Gearing up for a challenge? There are 12 hard trails in Kootenay National Park ranging from 4.1 to 36.7 miles and from 3,969 to 9,101 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
Description
The park is open year round, though visitor center hours vary. For complete hours, see: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/kootenay/visit/heures-hours Admission fees: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/kootenay/visit/tarifs-fees
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Top trails (29)
Stanley Glacier Trail
#1 - Stanley Glacier Trail
Kootenay National Parkmoderate
(409)
(409)Length: 6.8 mi • Est. 4 h 5 m
Stanley Glacier Trail is a 6.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for Show more
Marble Canyon
#2 - Marble Canyon
Kootenay National Parkeasy(167)
(167)Length: 0.9 mi • Est. 29 m
Note: Marble Canyon parking lot is CLOSED due to construction. However, it is possible to reach the trail by parking at Paint Pots, which is further south along HWY 93.
The prettiest little pull off Show more
The Rockwall
#3 - The Rockwall
Kootenay National Parkhard(66)
(66)Length: 36.7 mi • Est. Multi-day
This is a multi-day hike in the Canadian Rockies, which offers a considerate amount of elevation changes between campsites, the Rockwall Trail is one of the hardest. It can be done South to North, staShow more
Floe Lake Track
#4 - Floe Lake Track
Kootenay National Parkhard(71)
(71)Length: 12 mi • Est. 6 h 58 m
The trail starts at the Floe Lake Trailhead right off the highway near the east side of the park. You'll start on a flat stretch, crossing two rivers (w/ bridges) before switchbacking up through burntShow more
Paint Pots
#5 - Paint Pots
Kootenay National Parkeasy(142)
(142)Length: 1.2 mi • Est. 36 m
Paint Pots is a 1.2 mile out and back trail located near East Kootenay G, British Columbia, Canada that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walkiShow more
Juniper Trail
#6 - Juniper Trail
Kootenay National Parkmoderate(155)
(155)Length: 3.4 mi • Est. 2 h
NOTE: As of August 2019, there is a $19.50 fee to park and use the park. Show more
Kindersley Pass and Sinclair Creek Loop
#7 - Kindersley Pass and Sinclair Creek Loop
Kootenay National Parkhard(26)
(26)Length: 12.6 mi • Est. 8 h 3 m
Kindersley Pass and Sinclair Creek Loop is a 12.6 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia, Canada that features a river and is rated as difficult. The tShow more
Paint Pots to Marble Canyon
#8 - Paint Pots to Marble Canyon
Kootenay National Parkeasy(19)
(19)Length: 4.5 mi • Est. 2 h 15 m
Paint Pots to Marble Canyon is a 4.5 mile out and back trail located near Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, wShow more
Redstreak Campground Trail
#9 - Redstreak Campground Trail
Kootenay National Parkeasy(43)
(43)Length: 2 mi • Est. 1 h 10 m
Redstreak Campground Trail is a 2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia, Canada that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skiShow more
Cobb Lake Trail
#10 - Cobb Lake Trail
Kootenay National Parkeasy(30)
(30)Length: 3.1 mi • Est. 1 h 48 m
Cobb Lake Trail is a 3.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near East Kootenay G, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a Show more
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