17 Incredible, Family-Friendly Alberta Winter Hikes

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Jan. 2

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Getting the entire family outside during the winter months can be tricky, especially with kids that aren't seasoned to the cold weather. Finding activities that everyone can enjoy

17 Incredible Family-Friendly Alberta Winter Hikes

Grotto Canyon in Canmore

You can't visit Canmore during the winter without making the trip to Grotto Canyon, in Bow Valley. The trail is one of the longer ones during the winter, but it's got incredible views throughout and provides a great challenge for families. Don't forget crampons during the winter as it's icy and slippery. You'll reach the waterfall at about the halfway mark of the 7km hike, making it easily enough discovered until you've had enough of the trail, and you're ready to turn back.If you aren't comfortable making the hike yourself, there are also tours available.

Troll Falls

This 3.5 km trail is an out and back option perfect for families near Kananaskis. The frozen waterfall is a staple for winter family friendly hikes in Alberta, and is a popular snowshoeing trail.

Maligne Canyon Ice Walk

You've got two options for exploring Maligne Canyon during the winter months: on your own, or as part of the great tours offered during the Icewalk Tour. The IceWalk tour is about 3.5 km, and you'll need ice cleats because you're walking most of the path on ice.

Grassi Lakes

Grassi Lakes is a popolar trail during the summer months, but the 4km hike makes a great family friendly winter hike too. The snow is usually packed because of the popularity of the trail, and the lakes are gorgeous when surrounded by snow. During the winter, only the Grassi Lakes upper trail is open.