Bear's Hump Trail
A short, steep climb to a bluff with one of Waterton’s widest townsite, lake, prairie and cross-border panoramas.
Route overview
Climb the maintained steep trail from Entrance Road to the exposed bluff, then descend the same way.
Bear’s Hump gains substantial elevation over a compact distance. The summit bluff overlooks the Waterton Valley, townsite, lake system, prairie ranchland and mountains extending into Glacier National Park.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Canadian Rockies / Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park
- Distance
- 2.8 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 1 hour
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 225 m
- Best season
- Late spring through autumn when free of snow and ice
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit; park pass required
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Steep grade, loose or wet footing, high wind, exposed viewpoint edges, heat and wildlife
Highlights
Waterton Valley panorama, lake views, prairie horizon and Glacier National Park backdrop
Why find a buddy
A partner helps with pace management, wind assessment and supervision around the summit bluff.
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