Hiking and Backpacking
Hit the trails this summer
Explore the Rockies in the safety of a group with an experienced guide. Choose from our many hikes and be introduced to beautiful destinations, or take the next step with a guided backpacking trip to build your overnight skills.
Hiking
Day Hiking is a great way to get started in the outdoors and explore the Rocky Mountains at all ability levels. We offer trips for hikers of different fitness and experience levels, as well as educational lectures to prepare, and transportation for some programs to help everyone get out there.
Guided Day Hikes
Join us for a day of group hiking in the Bow Valley, Kananaskis Country and beyond with an experienced guide. Enjoy spring flowers, ridgetop views, pristine lakes, alpine meadows and fall colours while learning about local ecology, pacing, travel skills, map reading, group safety and more. Trips are available for all fitness levels and interests; some include van transportation.
Hike + Tours
Get out and see more of the mountains without the trouble of transportation. These day tours involve a half-day hike/snowshoe plus a visit to another Rocky Mountain destination for a full-day tour where we do the driving and you do the exploring. Enjoy scenic views with afternoon tea, learn more about the area's history, or relax with a spa visit, depending on trip.
Bear & Wildlife Safety
Don't let your fear of bears, cougars or other animals keep you out of the backcountry. In this 2-hour lecture, learn about bear signs and behaviours, how to avoid them and what to do when you do meet an animal on the trail.
Prerequisite: none. Includes: instructor.
Backpacking
Go farther and stay longer in the backcountry with a multi-day Backpacking trip. Our trips include group gear and guide support for planning, packing, setting up camp, and cooking on the trails so you come out comfortable with the skills to continue.
Get started with an Intro to Backpacking overnight, then sign up for local trips to different destinations each year.
Intro to Backpacking
Perfect for the beginner backpacker, this course combines the Backpacking Basics Lecture with an easy overnight trip in Kananaskis. Learn the skills needed to enjoy multi-day backcountry trips, then head out with an experienced guide to put it all into practice.
Local Backpacking Trips
Our local backpacking trips visit a variety of trails, both well-known and hidden gems. Watch for new destinations each year.
A pre-trip lecture covers the logistics of group camping including arranging tent sharing and meal planning.
Feeling lost? Take our map, compass, and GPS courses to learn navigation skills.
Trail Reports - check before you go
Be bear aware
Carry and know how to use bear spray. Check advisories, closures and trail reports. Register for an Outdoor Centre Bear Safety lecture. Stay alert on the trail.