Mount Collembola is an infrequently hiked mountain near the town of Canmore, Alberta, yet it holds some of the most stunning views in the area! It might be one of my favorite hikes to date. It’s kind of like a better Tent Ridge, which has become overrun with crowds. What’s special about Mount Collembola is … Read more
Princess Margaret Mountain lies on the west side of the mountains that line the north of Canmore. It’s face is made up of sharp jagged rock and looks almost impossible to summit from the highway. Other blogs mention a rope and a rappel if you want to summit this mountain. However, I am here to … Read more
Mount Lawrence Grassi (MLG) is a massive mountain neighboring the more popular Ha Ling Peak. It begins with a nice flat canal walk, before turning uphill and staying uphill for the remainder of the hike. The benefit of putting in the effort to summit MLG is that you get to tower above the neighboring Ha … Read more
Mount Charles Stewart South (also called Buffalo Point, despite there being no buffalo sightings on the mountain) lies on the northwest end of the town of Canmore, and can be hiked right from the townsite. It isn’t summited very often because it is back further than some other peaks, making it harder to access. However, … Read more
Bald Eagle Peak was formerly referred to as “The Tit”, because the peak itself looks like an erect nipple. (Yes, you read that right!) The mountain was renamed by the Stoney Nakoda in 2020. Bald Eagle Peak can be hiked right from the town of Canmore, though the beginning part of the hike can be … Read more
There are several amazing hikes near the town of Canmore, Alberta, though most of them require a vehicle to access. If you’re as interested in reaching the tops of mountain peaks as I am, I have compiled a list of the best peaks to summit near Canmore for your convenience! If mountain summits aren’t your … Read more
Grassi Knob (not to be confused with Grassi Lakes) is a small mountain in the front ranges of the peaks that surround the town of Canmore. Looking at Grassi Knob from the highway, the mountain seems to resemble a hill more than a mountain, but don’t be fooled – this hike will still get your … Read more
Heart Mountain is visible from the TransCanada highway and allegedly looks like a heart if you glance at it the right way, though I personally can’t figure out how to see it. However, summiting Heart Mountain does make for a fun scramble adventure, and can be done in any season. Additionally, once you’re at the … Read more
Gap Peak in Canmore (not to be confused with Gap Mountain in Kananaskis) is a true hidden gem in the area. It is actually one of my all-time favorite hikes! Although it is a full day adventure, this hike offers a little bit of everything, and isn’t overrun with tourists (yet). If you’re looking for … Read more
Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak are two high points on “Old Goat Mountain” that are visible from the #1 highway and offer stunning views of the foothills and the Bow Valley. Ascending along a ridge towards these summits, you quickly gain elevation and views, though you’re busy scrambling up some steep slab which can … Read more