Kimpton Creek Trail
A steady forest climb offering shade and cooler conditions on warm days.
Route overview
Walk about 100 metres southwest along the highway, cross the footbridge and follow the creek trail before returning.
Kimpton Creek leaves a small highway pullout and enters a sheltered drainage. The route is physically moderate but the roadside approach, elevation and quiet forest setting demand deliberate preparation.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Canadian Rockies
- Distance
- 9.2 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 3 hours
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- 455 m gain / 100 m loss one way
- Best season
- Late spring through autumn
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No day 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.
Highway exposure, small parking area, wildlife, creek crossings and no cell service
Highlights
Cool forest, creek corridor and quieter hiking
Why find a buddy
A partner improves roadside safety and adds resilience on this quieter forest trail.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.