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52.59, -117.53 · rel 8177627
52.59, -117.53 · rel 8177627
GDT eig
39,9 km from start to finish .
Alberta · 52.59°N ·
117.53°W
39,9km
Distance
multi-day
Climb · estimate
moderate
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
24
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Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
1× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× viewpoint
1× Attraction
Skyline trail (3days)
viewpoint ·
158 m off route
39,9 km
100%
Maligne Lake Cruise
Attraction ·
488 m off route
39,9 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
GDT eig is 39.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, GDT eig takes approximately 9h 56min to complete.
No, GDT eig is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
GDT eig starts near coordinates 52.7259, -117.6453.
GDT eig is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Yes, GDT eig is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.