Wasootch Peak is one of not too many hikes which are doable all year round. Small trailhead parking is on the left side of HW40 if you are coming from Calgary, about 200m before Mt. Allan Drive intersection. We always come early, so if you too come first, park your car on the road side perpendicularly. We tried it as a winter hike but too much snow and wind made it very difficult and we turned back a few hundred […]
Sarrail Ridge, reached via the Rawson Lake trail in Kananaskis Country, demands an elevation gain of approximately 725 meters (2,379 feet) from the trailhead. The route, often regarded as challenging due to its steep sections and rugged terrain, rewards persevering hikers with panoramic views of Upper Kananaskis Lake, Mount Indefatigable, and expansive valleys. While the ascent to Sarrail Ridge requires careful navigation and a good fitness level, the breathtaking scenery at the summit provides a remarkable reward for the effort, […]