Wilcox Pass Trail
ModerateGlacierAlpine

Wilcox Pass Trail

Columbia Icefield panorama with bighorn sheep

Alberta, Canada2 hr 45 min8.0 km
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About This Walk

One of the most accessible high-alpine experiences in the Canadian Rockies. The trail climbs through ancient forest into open alpine tundra with spectacular views of the Columbia Icefield and its glaciers, providing profound perspective on geological time.

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6 waypoints · Alberta, Canada

6 Waypoints

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Safety Notes

  • Snow possible any time of year
  • Bears in area - carry spray and make noise
  • Weather changes rapidly
  • High altitude - take it slowly

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Distance

8.0 km

Duration

2 hr 45 min

Elevation

390 m

Waypoints

6

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleNo
Pushchair friendlyNo
SurfaceForest trail to alpine tundra
Stiles0

Terrain

Forest trailAlpine meadowRocky terrain

Best Seasons

summerautumn