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Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater | Map and Routes

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Explore the breathtaking natural beauty of Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada. With its expansive 51,282.9 acres, this park offers a diverse range of walking and hiking trails suitable ...

Explore the breathtaking natural beauty of Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada. With its expansive 51,282.9 acres, this park offers a diverse range of walking and hiking trails suitable for all skill levels. Whether you're an avid hiker seeking challenging terrains or a casual walker looking for leisurely strolls amidst nature, Cypress Hills Provincial Park has something for everyone. The park's pristine landscapes and well-maintained trails make it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an active adventure in the heart of nature. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Cypress Hills Provincial Park as you embark on a journey through its picturesque walking and hiking trails. From the scenic Murray Hill route, boasting a 2.9-mile trail and an estimated time of 50 minutes, to the numerous other trails scattered throughout the park, there are ample opportunities to experience the park's natural wonders. The diverse ecosystems, including lush forests and serene lakes, provide a captivating backdrop for your walking or hiking activities. With routes that cater to varying distances and terrains, the park ensures a fulfilling experience for all nature enthusiasts. Discover the endless possibilities for outdoor exploration and adventure at Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada. Whether you seek a peaceful walk amidst the tranquil surroundings or a challenging hike with breathtaking vistas, this park promises an unforgettable experience. For more information about the park's routes and trail options, download Pacer Pedometer and unlock valuable insights into the park's walking and hiking opportunities. Embark on a journey of discovery and rejuvenation as you explore the natural wonders of Cypress Hills Provincial Park.

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Walking and Hiking in Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Nestled in the serene landscapes of Elkwater, Canada, lies the breathtaking Cypress Hills Provincial Park, a haven for walking and hiking enthusiasts. With its diverse range of amenities and natural beauty, this park offers an ideal setting for a memorable outdoor adventure. Whether you're an avid hiker or a leisurely ...

Nestled in the serene landscapes of Elkwater, Canada, lies the breathtaking Cypress Hills Provincial Park, a haven for walking and hiking enthusiasts. With its diverse range of amenities and natural beauty, this park offers an ideal setting for a memorable outdoor adventure. Whether you're an avid hiker or a leisurely walker, Cypress Hills Provincial Park has something to suit your needs. From well-maintained trails to essential amenities like parking lots, restrooms, and a leisure playground, this park ensures a convenient and enjoyable experience for all visitors. Additionally, sports facilities such as tennis courts and a sports center provide opportunities for active pursuits beyond hiking and walking. For those seeking a glimpse of local history and stunning viewpoints, the park's offerings, including the Forestry Museum and various viewpoints, add an enriching dimension to the outdoor experience. After an exhilarating day of walking or hiking, visitors can unwind at the on-site restaurant, savoring delicious meals while basking in the natural splendor that surrounds them. Whether you're in search of a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike, Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada, promises a fulfilling and invigorating adventure amidst nature's finest offerings.

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Essential Amenities in Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Playground
Restroom
Parking lot

Cypress Hills Provincial Park Sport Facilities

Tennis court
Sports center

Things to See in Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Viewpoint

Head of the Mountain

Museum

Forestry Museum

Other Amenities in Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Restaurant

Best Walking Routes in Cypress Hills Provincial Park

#1 - Murray Hill
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Length: 2.9 milesEst. Time: 50m

Murray Hill is a 2.9 mile (6,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#2 - Beaver Creek to Ferguson Hill Campground
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Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 6m

A connector trail built in the blue flow style for mountain biking from the Beaver Creek loop to the Ferguson Hill Campground

#3 - Tragically Steep
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Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m

The first black technical trail to open at Hidden Valley Ski Resort in the Cypress Hills. Please note this is a difficult challenging technical trail. Be confident in your skills before attempting this trail.

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Cypress Hills Provincial Park Leaderboard

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megan.robinson
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countryhamms
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Blake
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4Kulkev
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5edecorby
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6Rowyn
1
7Joe
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8TAMI
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Nearby Parks
Michelle Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area
Bullshead Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area
Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park (Centre Block)

FAQs About Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Where is the best place to walk in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

The best place to walk in Cypress Hills Provincial Park is the Murray Hill route, which is rated 4.0 and has received 1 review. This 2.9-mile route can be completed in approximately 50 minutes, offering a great walking experience. For more route options and reviews, you can also check out the Pacer community for additional recommendations.

How many routes are in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

Currently, there is one main route in Cypress Hills Provincial Park, which is the Murray Hill route. This route is highly recommended and offers a pleasant walking experience. For more route options and reviews, you can also check out the Pacer community for additional recommendations.

Which is the longest route in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

The longest route in Cypress Hills Provincial Park is the Murray Hill route, which spans 2.9 miles. This route offers a good walking challenge and is rated 4.0 with 1 review. For more route options and reviews, you can also check out the Pacer community for additional recommendations.

Are there facilities or amenities for walkers/hikers in Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada?

Yes, Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada, offers essential amenities for walkers and hikers such as multiple parking lots, a leisure playground, restrooms, and various viewpoints for scenic enjoyment.

How accessible is Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada?

Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada, is accessible with multiple parking lots available for visitors. The park also provides amenities such as restrooms and a restaurant for added convenience.

What kind of sports can I do in Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada?

In Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Canada, visitors can engage in sports activities such as tennis at the tennis court and utilize the sports center facilities for various recreational activities.

What is the best season to walk in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

The best season to walk in Cypress Hills Provincial Park is typically from late spring to early fall, when the weather is milder and the trails are more accessible.

What are the typical weather conditions to prepare for in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

In Cypress Hills Provincial Park, visitors should prepare for a wide range of weather conditions. Summers are generally warm, with occasional rain showers, while winters can be cold and snowy. It's important to check the weather forecast before visiting and to dress in layers to be prepared for any changes.

What kind of wildlife might you encounter in Cypress Hills Provincial Park?

Cypress Hills Provincial Park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, elk, moose, black bears, and a variety of bird species. Visitors should be respectful of the wildlife and adhere to park guidelines for encounters with animals.

Last updated: Dec 1, 2025

Parks Near Cypress Hills Provincial Park

Michelle Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area
Bullshead Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area
Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park (Centre Block)

Latest Check-ins at Cypress Hills Provincial Park

megan.robinsonJul 14, 2023
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BlakeJul 13, 2023
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megan.robinsonJul 13, 2023
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megan.robinsonJul 11, 2023
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KulkevDec 24, 2022
Dec 24, 2022Walking
JoeJul 19, 2021
Jul 19, 2021Walking
RowynJul 28, 2021
Jul 28, 2021Hiking
TAMIJun 6, 2021
Jun 6, 2021Walking
countryhammsJul 6, 2021
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countryhammsJul 8, 2021
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*Latest check-in only shows the last 10 users. Only public activities are eligible. For any one park, a user can only check-in a maximum of once per day.

Total Check-ins at Cypress Hills Provincial Park

RankingCheck-ins
megan.robinson
3
countryhamms
3
Blake
1
4Kulkev
1
5edecorby
1
6Rowyn
1
7Joe
1
8TAMI
1
*Leaderboard only shows top 10 users. Only public activities are eligible for leaderboards. For any one park, a user can only check-in a maximum of once per day.
Best Walking Routes in Cypress Hills Provincial Park
#1- Murray Hill
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Length: 2.9 milesEst. Time: 50m

Murray Hill is a 2.9 mile (6,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#2- Beaver Creek to Ferguson Hill Campground
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Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 6m

A connector trail built in the blue flow style for mountain biking from the Beaver Creek loop to the Ferguson Hill Campground

#3- Tragically Steep
1
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m

The first black technical trail to open at Hidden Valley Ski Resort in the Cypress Hills. Please note this is a difficult challenging technical trail. Be confident in your skills before attempting this trail.

#4- Horseshoe Canyon Trail
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Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 46m

Horseshoe Canyon Trail is a 2.7 mile (6,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#5- Mitchell Creek Connector
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Length: 0.5 milesEst. Time: 7m

A connector trail from the Elkwater Campground Entrance to the start of the Mitchell Creek Trail

#6- Rodeo Loop
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Length: 1.3 milesEst. Time: 23m

Rodeo Loop is a 1.3 mile (3,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 183.7 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#7- Ruttentuke
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Length: 0.8 milesEst. Time: 14m

This is a multiuse connector trail that goes from Rangers Trail to the Bottom of the Hidden Valley Ski Resort

#8- Mack Jacket
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Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m

Mack Jacket is a blue flow trail

#9- Spruce Coulee Trail
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Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m

Spruce Coulee Trail is a 0.6 mile (1,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#10- Mystery Trail
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Length: 2.3 milesEst. Time: 39m

Mystery Trail is a 2.3 mile (5,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 82 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#11- Hoser
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Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m

Hoser is a black technical downhill trail.

#12- Beaver Creek - Nichol Springs Connector
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Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m

A short connector trail that links the Beaver Creek trail to the Nichol Springs Campground.

#13- Last Grizzly
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Length: 0.5 milesEst. Time: 7m

The Last Grizzly is a downhill flow trail in Cypress Hills Provincial Park.

#14- Hidden Valley Connector
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Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 2m

A connector trail at the top of the Hidden Valley Ski Resort that connects the summer hiking and biking trails

#15- Great White
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Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m

Great White is a combination flow and technical downhill trail

#16- Aspen Ridge Connector
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Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 4m

A connector trail from Sunset up to he Aspen Ridge Cabins and on to Ruttentuke.

#17- Plateau Trail
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Length: 1.5 milesEst. Time: 26m

Plateau Trail is a 1.5 mile (3,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 6.6 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#18- Ridgetop Trail
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Length: 4.8 milesEst. Time: 1h55m

Ridgetop Trail is a 4.8 mile (11,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 305 ft and is rated as medium. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#19- Salus Trail
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Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m

Salus Trail is a 0.7 mile (1,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 49.2 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#20- Cobble Miner Trail
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Length: 1.3 milesEst. Time: 21m

Cobble Miner Trail is named after the rocks mined in world war two in the area and also what was found when the trail was built. A meandering hike or ride that help you climb up to the top of the hills.

#21- Crocus Loop
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Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 6m

Crocus Loop is a 0.4 mile (1,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 16.4 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#22- Spruce Coulee East
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Length: 3.1 milesEst. Time: 52m

Spruce Coulee East is a 3.1 mile (7,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 347.7 ft and is rated as medium. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#23- Elkwater to Ferguson Hill Campground
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Length: 0.5 milesEst. Time: 8m

A climbing and connector trail between the Ekwater and Ferguson Hill Campgrounds

#24- Highline
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Length: 0.8 milesEst. Time: 13m

Highline is a 0.8 mile (2,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 134.5 ft and is rated as medium. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#25- Firerock Trail
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Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 19m

Firerock Trail is a 1.1 mile (2,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#26- Sorry
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Length: 1.3 milesEst. Time: 22m

Sorry is a 1.3 mile (3,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 498.6 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#27- Lakeside Trail
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Length: 1.3 milesEst. Time: 23m

Lakeside Trail is a 1.3 mile (3,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 127.9 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#28- Spruce Coulee West
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Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 20m

Spruce Coulee West is a 1.2 mile (2,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 170.6 ft and is rated as medium. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#29- Lower Mystery Trail
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Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 9m

Lower Mystery Trail is a 0.6 mile (1,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 23 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#30- Mitt Nibler
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Length: 1 milesEst. Time: 17m

Mitt Nibler is a green flow trail.

#31- Kerfuffle
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Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 6m

A connector trail that connections hikers and bikers and returns them to the Sorry climbing trail.

#32- Bunny Hug
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Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m

Bunny Hug is a green flow trail that starts one third of the way up the climb trail sorry. Great for beginners.

#33- Ressler Trail
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Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 18m

Ressler Trail is a 1.1 mile (2,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 131.2 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#34- Lodgepole to Ferguson Hill Campgrounds
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Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m

A connector trail between lodgepole and Ferguson Hill Campground

#35- Old Baldy Trail
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Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m

Old Baldy Trail is a 0.7 mile (1,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#36- Tower Trail
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Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 20m

Tower Trail is a 1.2 mile (2,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 387 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#37- Flatten The Curve
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Length: 0.8 milesEst. Time: 13m

Flatten The Curve is a 0.8 mile (2,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#38- Turkey Trott
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Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m

Turkey Trott is a trail loop that connects the Old Baldy, Beaver Creek, and Elkwater Camprounds to the Cypress Hills Visitor Centre

#39- Sunset Trail
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Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m

Sunset Trail is a 0.7 mile (1,500-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 3.3 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#40- Red Serge
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Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m

A Back Technical Downhill Mountain Bike Trail

#41- Badger Grind
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Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 9m

A Green flow trail for hiking and biking that connects the Upper and Lower Firerock Campgrounds.

#42- Canadiana
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Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 15m

This is a new blue flow style mountain bike trail that was finished in the spring of 2021

#43- Mitchell Creek Trail
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Length: 1.7 milesEst. Time: 29m

Mitchell Creek Trail is a 1.7 mile (4,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 665.8 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#44- Upper Mystery Trail
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Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 15m

Upper Mystery Trail is a 0.9 mile (2,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 98.4 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#45- Beaver Creek Loop
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Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 16m

Beaver Creek Loop is a 0.9 mile (2,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 72.2 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

#46- Mazama Drop Trail
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Length: 1.5 milesEst. Time: 26m

Mazama Drop Trail, Great hike or bike. The middle section of this trail has some fantastic lookouts.

#47- Beaver Creek Trail
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Length: 2.1 milesEst. Time: 37m

Beaver Creek Trail is a 2.1 mile (5,000-step) route located near Elkwater, Alberta. This route has an elevation gain of about 574 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.

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