This short, well-used trail takes you toward the great north face of Mt. Edith Cavell, across a rocky landscape recently covered with glacial ice. Signs explain how the area is now being recolonized by plants and animals.
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52.69, -118.05 · rel 16463022
52.69, -118.05 · rel 16463022
Path of the Glacier Trail
1,0 km from start to finish .
Alberta · 52.69°N ·
118.05°W
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
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Uncrowded
Family friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
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Edith Cavell Pond
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Edith Cavell Pond
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Edith Cavell Pond
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04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
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05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Path of the Glacier Trail is 999 m long.
At an average walking pace, Path of the Glacier Trail takes approximately 15 min to complete.
No, Path of the Glacier Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Path of the Glacier Trail starts near coordinates 52.6826, -118.05.
Path of the Glacier Trail is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Path of the Glacier Trail is maintained and managed by Parks Canada.