Rockwall Trail

Route overview

A multi-stage route through Kootenay National Park, with highlights including limestone cliffs, alpine passes, waterfalls, backcountry camps.

Rockwall Trail gives hikers a structured way to experience Kootenay National Park over several days. The route is best approached as a staged hike, with planning attention on permits, accommodation, weather, navigation and daily distance. For BuddieHikes, it is a strong candidate because the trail is long enough or remote enough to benefit from a hiking partner, while still being understandable as a clear route objective.

Rockwall Trail is a 55 km hiking route through Kootenay National Park, suited to hikers who want Canadian Rockies backpacking terrain and a clear multi-day objective.

Trail facts

Country

Canada

Region

Kootenay National Park

Distance

55 km

Typical duration

3–5 days

Difficulty

Hard

Elevation gain

Not specified

Best season

July to September

Trail type

Mountain backpacking trail

Access and logistics

Permits and access

Check current permit, quota, park-entry or guided-access rules with the official source before planning this route.

Bookings

Book accommodation, huts, campsites or required permits ahead in peak season.

Safety context

Snowfields, altitude, rapidly changing weather, hut or campsite logistics and difficult passes require careful preparation.

Highlights

limestone cliffs, alpine passes, waterfalls, backcountry camps

Why find a buddy

This route is well suited to finding a hiking buddy because the distance, logistics and multi-day structure are easier and safer to manage with someone who has a similar pace and planning style.

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