Cory Pass hike is sure to get the hearts going of even the most fit hikers. This hike offers excellent views of the Banff townsite and beautiful Mount Louis, a favorite of the local climbing community. Beginning in the Bow Valley, the trail climbs steadily into Cory Pass where natural rock pillars guard the way. Avalanche chutes are also plentiful. Be advised that there is no water available on this hike, yet, lots is necessary to get you through the day.
Directions:
Banff: Follow the Trans-Canada Highway 3km west of the town of Banff to the Highway 1A west turnoff: The trailhead is at the Fireside Picnic Area.
ByPosted By: jpl
- Mon Mar 24 15:00:35 EDT 2008
UpsideFabulous! Although this hike will work you hard, it is spectacular!!!!!!!! You are always on the way up but the destination is wow wow wow! You hike right up to the peaks! Views are A+! You walk right into a saddle between 2 peaks, when you are there you feel great!
DownsideFirst few kms you have highway noise, but it goes through a pleasant forest.
CommentThis hike has a bit of everything, flat forest, steep forest, rock climb (minor), cliff ledge, valley edge, rock slide.... Do the entire circuit! If you go around there a pleasant forest walk which will provide some nice shade, a very cool relief on a hot day.
ByPosted By: bikeal
- Sat Sep 16 12:19:23 EDT 2006
Not Rated
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