Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Carthew–Alderson Route
Hiking
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Sue
June 21, 2026
The Carthew–Alderson Route is a beautiful and well-regarded point‑to‑point trek in Waterton Lakes National Park. It is also part of Section A of the Great Divide Trail, which runs through high-alpine terrain between Cameron Lake and Waterton townsite. Known as one of Waterton’s signature hikes, shorter sections, including the climb to Alderson Lake from Watertown Township, also make for a memorable day hike, offering steady elevation gain and unforgettable scenery in a relatively shorter outing.
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Distance 1.10 km
Uphill 140 m
Downhill 60 m
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