Then if you are feeling epic (and don’t mind scrambling up beyond the pathway) you can climb right up to the toe of the glacier and touch it. Completed July, 2011. I went right around the loop and the decline back to the maintained trail is quite technical. Hike through a fire swept forest to the base of Mount Stanley where you will find trilobite, brachiopod and sponge fossils way older than dinosaurs! It rained and was quite muddy. I hiked Stanley Glacier on September 24, 2020. You just keep heading inwards and eventually you'll find part of a trail, then it disappears, and you're making your own way across big rocks, then you see the trail again. Although the landscape before you may initially look barren, look closer. Bild von Stanley Glacier Hike, Lake Louise: photo1.jpg - Schauen Sie sich 18'069 authentische Fotos und Videos von Stanley Glacier Hike an, die von Tripadvisor-Mitgliedern gemacht wurden. It may not be easy to get here – but it’s worth it. A part of the British Columbia and Alberta border. This well-maintained portion of the trail is moderately-difficult but also leads to a viewpoint that is less than stellar. Kootenay National Park Access InformationVermilion Pass is on Highway 93 South (AKA Kootenay Parkway) between Castle Junction and Radium Hot Springs within the Park.Access to the north side routes on the peak is via the Stanley Glacier Trail that starts about 3 Km west of Vermilion Pass.The scrambling … It wasn’t too difficult if you take it slow. The right side was no different technically than the left side. Slowly, you can make out a few towering waterfalls coming down from the glacier. I was the only one the tried the last portion and I got to touch. Then you get a bit of a break in a valley with increasingly amazing views. Government of Canada - Parks Canada Gouvernement du Canada - Parcs Canada Parc national Kootenay. Français; Conditions régissant l'utilisation A scenic hike in Kootenay National Park, featuring glaciers, cliffs, boulders and waterfalls. The trail started off by crossing a creek and then gaining steady (but fairly gentle) elevation on long switchbacks leading through forest. As you reach the end of the official trail (white painted rock) much of the area is rock and, again, provides beautiful long. The trail traveled through mostly forest and crossed a few creeks. slow. There were many groups of people along the trail and it was really well marked, except for the loop portion. If you hike all the way to the glacier, be prepared to encounter more strenuous hiking on the unmaintained trail which is on fallen rock from prior avalanches. We had 2 big dogs with us and almost turned back because it was so rocky and undefined. Beautiful trail! It wasn’t too difficult if you take it slow. I did the 8.3 km trail but not the loop at the end. Along the way we have meet three Canadians who also hike to Stanley Glacier and together we hike towards the glacier. Time: Half-day trip Distance: 4.2 km (2.6 miles) one-way It started snowing and was quite windy at the end point, so I opted to head back down. Full winter conditions and the trail was packed down until about 4.2 km when we switched from micro spikes to snow shoes. The hike to Stanley Glacier features fire and ice in equal measures. That waterfall may look close – but looks can be deceiving. Stanley Glacier Google Maps Link. - See 7 traveler reviews, 23 candid photos, and great deals for Kootenay National Park, Canada, at Tripadvisor. I did the 8.3 km trail but not the loop at the end. She didn’t care. The glacier was magnificent. There was an additional loop that you could do, which looked quite rocky and steep. Nice quick easy hike. Overall sweet hike! It’s equivalent to climbing up and down 110 flights of stairs over 10 kilometers! 54 Bewertungen. I almost had a heart attack. A fall can easily result in cut hands. Poles were super helpful. 11 von 18 Outdoor-Aktivitäten in Lake Louise. July 16, 2020. I’m from the flat Prairies and found this to be an “easier” mountain hike. start a steady uphill switchback climb through the forest that was burned in 1963. Stanley Glacier Hike, Lake Louise: See 55 reviews, articles, and 100 photos of Stanley Glacier Hike, ranked No.10 on Tripadvisor among 18 attractions in Lake Louise. Please choose a different date. After this it is certainly NOT suitable for beginners or families! Great family outing! There are bears on this busy hiking trail! Why it’s worth doing the Stanley Glacier hike with a guide. I’m from the flat Prairies and found this to be an “easier” mountain hike. In fact, we liked the right side better because the trail was obvious and it led you past the cave & waterfall. Highlights of the hike include beautiful wildflowers that thrive in the post-burn environment, waterfalls, towering rock cliffs and mountains, and Stanley… She must be used to people. The trail starts with switchbacks in the forest. A part of the British Columbia and Alberta border. 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. To the right of you, an enormous waterfall beckons among the rocks. On the left side, the trail is not easy to find. Then getting away from the bear helped to keep his pace all the way back to our car! This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Town: Banff, AB. Good one to do with the family. This trail is about the same intensity as Chester Lake if you leave out the cirque loop at the end. Great trail. The hike to Stanley Glacier features fire and ice in equal measures. Bild von Stanley Glacier Hike, Lake Louise: Stanley Glacier - Schauen Sie sich 18.260 authentische Fotos und Videos von Stanley Glacier Hike an, die von Tripadvisor-Mitgliedern gemacht wurden. You climb up steadily past a creek and more rocks and forest until you come out into the big rock pile and you can see the glacier up ahead. Nr. The first time was 30 years ago with a Parks Canada guide! After 2 km, the trail levelled off and was mostly flat, until just before the end where it climbed a bit more over rocky terrain. It took about 3 hours altogether. The elevation gain wasn’t too taxing. The Stanley Glacier hike in beautiful Kootenay National Park is a true delight. Nr. Did this October 1 - weather and trail conditions were both great. Distance: 10.9 km (6.8 mi) Elevation Gain: 606 m (2000 ft) Trailhead: Stanley Glacier Trailhead #2 Best Thing in Kootenay National Park – Radium Hot Springs. If you hike all the way to the glacier, be prepared to encounter more strenuous hiking on the unmaintained trail which is on fallen rock from prior avalanches. It took us about 2 hours to hike in (with frequent stops for my 5 year old) but both my sons said it was a great hike. About Pactiv. The Stanley Glacier hike is the most popular walk in Kootenay National Park for good reason. Although you could in theory do this hike on your own (whereas you can’t do the hikes on your own in Yoho National Park), you learn so much more with a knowledgeable guide like Claudia. You will climb to a small waterfall and some little caves. Arrived by 9:00, plenty of parking at the trailhead. Français; Conditions régissant l'utilisation Then traverse to a rocky outcrop with trees. The Stanley Glacier Trail was awesome and I highly recommend it. Maybe this is just my beginner-ish skill level talking here, but the trail was tougher than most reviewers said. We saw families with kids and leashed dogs on this hike, so anyone can do it. The path has an easy section up into the hanging valley, a moderate section that will take you on a loop with amazing views below the glacier. We start the hike with a climb up hill of 300 meters. Whymper and Boom Mtn.) Stanley Glacier. All of the Burgess Shale fossil discovery trips in the Rocky Mountains are hosted by Parks Canada and it is mandatory that you have a park warden or official geologist accompany you. Definitely want to come back in the Summer. Easy to slip and fall. We cross a bridge, two trunks, and continue walking on the other side towards the Stanley Glacier in Kootenay National Park. It took me 3 hours to complete. After the climb we walk in about 2 kilometers about 100 m up hill, fairly flat. I visited on a Monday (October 6) - enough people on the trail to keep the wildlife away, but not too busy. The lower trail, which burned in 1968 and 2003, is now growing with lodgepole pines, willows, and colourful wildflowers. I’m from the flat Prairies and found this to be an “easier” mountain hike. Would recommend. It is a very popular hike so there are many people on the trail. Good thing we did, as soon as we hit the fork for the loop portion, the snow was knee deep with no discernible path. We’d seen at the start of the trail there was a sign saying that you can find fossils in places along this trail. There was no cell service along the entire trail so be aware of that. We did not make it around the full loop as a result, but we still had great views of the glacier. I did the 8.3 km trail but not the loop at the end. Along the upper trail, you'll get clear views of Stanley Glacier and its numerous melt water falls. It started snowing and was quite windy at the end point, so I opted to head back down. Traditional territory of the Ktunaxa, Tsuu T'ina, and Blackfoot First Nations. Steep and lots of loose rock...I was happy to have my poles! The lower trail, which burned in 1968 and 2003, is now growing with lodgepole pines, willows, and colourful wildflowers. Ages: 7+ will handle it easily, saw some eager younger kids on the trail. From there you can take yet another side-excursion to the glacier itself. After 2 km, the trail levelled off and was mostly flat, until just before the end where it climbed a bit more over rocky terrain. This short and relatively easy hike (by Rockies standards) gets you up close to a glacier and huge waterfall with heaps of amazing views along the way. Along the upper trail, you'll get clear views Gloves are strongly recommended as rocks are mostly sharp edges closer to the glacier. Highlights of the hike include beautiful wildflowers that thrive in the post-burn environment, waterfalls, towering rock cliffs and mountains, and Stanley… On the way down, I passed a few people. [twitter]Stanley Glacier | Kootenay National Park 9km – 11 km return, 365m Elevation gain, 3.5 hrs return. Eventually the official trail ends in the midst of boulders, cliffs, and great views into the heart of the hanging valley. Where: Stanley Glacier . The beginning of the trail has awesome mountain views. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. I prefered Boom Lake the area. Hard hike, but when (if) you manage to touch the base of the glacier feels good, This is a nice hike. Back at camp, there was only one thing left to do: drink a few beers around the fire. Lake Louise Tourism; Lake Louise Hotels; Bed and Breakfast Lake Louise; Lake Louise Holiday Packages; Flights to Lake Louise; Lake Louise Restaurants; Lake Louise Attractions Because the trail and thoroughly enjoyed the peacefulness goes from burnt forest with mesmerizing,... 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