Blakiston Falls Trail
A short forest-and-creek walk from Red Rock Canyon to waterfall viewpoints above Blakiston Falls.
Route overview
Cross Red Rock and Bauerman creeks from the lower parking area, follow the signed trail to the viewpoints and return.
Blakiston Falls provides a compact extension from the Red Rock Canyon day-use area. Bridges and signed junctions lead through the creek corridor to developed viewpoints, making the route approachable while still requiring normal wildlife awareness.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Canadian Rockies / Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park
- Distance
- 2 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- Minimal
- Best season
- May through autumn while Red Rock Parkway is open
- 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.
Slippery surfaces, waterfall edges, wildlife, bridge conditions and seasonal road closure
Highlights
Blakiston Falls, creek bridges, forest and developed viewpoints
Why find a buddy
A low-commitment waterfall walk suitable for families and casual social hiking.
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