Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike

Summary Description

Meet your guide in Canmore at 9am. After a brief introduction and outline of the day you will complete waivers, medical forms, and fit walking crampons to your boots.

After a short twenty minute drive, you will arrive at the trailhead ready to hike and explore. This 4-hour winter tour takes you up an icy creek bed through a narrow canyon to an interesting conglomerate rock formation. Along the way enjoy pictographs, ice falls, and possibly ice climbers. Experience an exhilarating and beautiful hike, immerse yourself in this wondrous canyon in the Canadian Rockies this winter.

This tour includes walking crampons, a local guide, a snack, and an interpretive component. Please come prepared with a camera, lunch, water, day pack, insulated winter boots, wind jacket and pants, warm layers, toque, mittens, and a scarf.

Highlights
  • Meet your guide in Canmore at 9am. After a brief introduction and outline of the day you will complete waivers, medical forms, and fit walking crampons to your boots. After a short twenty minute drive, you will arrive at the trailhead ready to hike and explore. This 4-hour winter tour takes you up an icy creek bed through a narrow canyon to an interesting conglomerate rock formation. Along the way enjoy pictographs, ice falls, and possibly ice climbers. Experience an exhilarating and beautiful hike, immerse yourself in this wondrous canyon in the Canadian Rockies this winter. This tour includes walking crampons, a local guide, a snack, and an interpretive component. Please come prepared with a camera, lunch, water, day pack, insulated winter boots, wind jacket and pants, warm layers, toque, mittens, and a scarf.
Description

Enjoy a private tour while hiking through a winter wonderland in the heart of the Canadian Rockies below the towering Grotto Mountain. This family friendly hike leads up an icy canyon scoured white by flood waters, past pictographs, ice falls and interesting rock formations such as Hoodoos! Enjoy the riddle of the Hopi natives when they traveled up by foot from the four corners of the USA.  This hike includes walking crampons and an interpretive component.

Included / Excluded
  • Ice walking crampons
  • Local Guide
  • Transportation
Important Information
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  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
After registering, provide boot size for fitting crampons.
Please come prepared with winter clothing, well fitting winter boots, food, and water for the day, it can reach temperatures well below zero in the winter.
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

FAQ

What is the Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike cancellation policy?

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Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike?

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Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike price starts from $70.26.

Which company provides Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike?

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Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike is hosted by Freeheelin' Adventures. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

What time does Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike start?

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Winter Canadian Rockies Canyon Hike will start at 11:00 AM.

Operated by:

Freeheelin' Adventures

About operator:

Take a walk through a real-life ‘postcard’ during this 7-hour hike amidst the sublime scenery of the Canadian Rockies. Join a knowledgeable local guide on the trails near Lake Louise, pausing as you walk to admire the local geology, plants and animals that make up this stunningly beautiful place. Depending on the season you’ll also enjoy majestic snow-capped peaks, blooming wildflowers or rainbow-hued fall colors. Pack some snacks to ensure you stay fueled up during your trek.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 4 hours
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