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Sentinel Pass

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Alberta

Sentinel Pass

Hard

4.9

(83)

832

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Sentinel Pass

04:20

11.2km

710m

Hiking

This hike takes you from one of Canada's most popular photo spots, Moraine Lake, through a rare larch forest and up to stunning alpine terrain at 2,610 metres (8,563 ft) above sea level. A beautiful trail awaits, though it does get pretty challenging towards the end, so good quality hiking…

by Canada's Alberta

Last updated: November 19, 2024

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.48 km for 2.28 km

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47 m

Moraine Lake

Highlight • Lake

A bright blue lake against a spectacular mountain backdrop.
In this case: If you are in Banff National Park and you do not want to stop by, it's your own fault!

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3.87 km

Larch Valley

Highlight • Forest

The Larch Valley is a wonderful climb past streams, mountain lakes and the most beautiful peaks of the Canadian Rockies. It is particularly nice in late summer, when the needles …

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4.34 km

Minestima Lake

Highlight • Lake

The ascent to Sentinel Pass starts at Minestima Lake. At the lake you can rest and refresh yourself before climbing the pass. When there is no wind, the mountain panorama is beautifully reflected on the mirror-smooth lake.

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5.57 km

Sentinel Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Sentinel Pass, with its 2600 m of altitude, is one of the more challenging hikes in terms of fitness, although the paths and landscape are gentle and inviting. Surefootedness …

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11.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.96 km

2.23 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.97 km

2.23 km

1.06 km

Elevation

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August 25, 2024

This hike takes you from one of Canada's most popular photo spots, Moraine Lake, through a rare larch forest and up to stunning alpine terrain at 2,610 metres (8,563 ft) above sea level. A beautiful trail awaits, though it does get pretty challenging towards the end, so good quality hiking footwear is

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