Healy Pass - Larch Hike (DATE CHANGED TO OCT 1st)
Details
NEW Date: October 1, 2023
Hike Start Time: 8AM
Hike Finish Time: 4PM
Distance: 18-20km
Elevation Gain: 706m
Difficulty: Hard (due to the distance)
"Healy Pass trail is a long and steady hike up a mild incline on a well-maintained trail. It is located close to the town of Banff and follows Healy Creek all the way to the border of two parks and provinces: Banff National Park in Alberta and Kootenay National Park in British Columbia. The route to Healy pass has a steady elevation gain. The views at the end are absolutely stunning with an incredible view of the mountains.
Most of the trail goes through a forest of larch trees, which turn golden yellow in late September. As you approach the last stretch to the pass, the trail emerges from the forest with beautiful views of lakes and the surrounding peaks."(Alltrails)
Note: Due to the long distance, please evaluate your endurance and hiking experience to make sure you are properly prepared for this hike.
Post-hike: Optional visit to Banff for a meal or a beverage (or chocolate) or all of the above! 😇
What to bring
- Hiking shoes/boots with good treads.
- Hiking poles.
- Please dress in layers.
- Plenty of water to last you the entire hike (18km+).
- Nutritious, energy-boosting lunch/snack.
- Bear spray.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Extra food and water in your vehicle for after the hike.
Carpooling/Park Pass
If anyone needs a ride from the city, please make arrangements thorugh the event chat/messaging. Suggested contribution to your driver for gas and Banff Park pass $15-$20.
Weather
Meeting Spot
Petro Canada Hwy 1 (If carpooling - meet at 6:45AM)
Sunshine Village - Healy Pass (Trailhead - meet at 8:00AM - see photo below)
References
Healy Pass (Alltrails)
Banff Park Pass
Be Bear Smart
Alberta Parks Advisories & Closures
The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace
Contact
If you have any questions please call/text me at 416-876-1765.
Event Waiver
By signing up for this event you acknowledge and accept the following:
"I acknowledge that this activity in which I am participating, organized by Alpine Wellness Hiking Adventures and/or its members, involves risks which are beyond the control of the group. Notwithstanding the acknowledgement of such risks, I hereby release the Alpine Wellness Hiking Adventures and its organizers from all claims for damage however so arising as a result of my participation in this and any other activity organized by the Alpine Wellness Hiking Adventures. I affirm that I am aware of the nature of this activity, its length, duration and degrees of difficulty and that I am properly equipped and physically able to participate. I have no medical or other condition which might preclude my participation. I agree to pay the cost of emergency evacuation of my person and/or my belongings that may be necessary. I agree to follow the directions of the organizer(s) and any assistants at all times."
Photo credit: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/healy-pass-trail-banff/