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Bow River Trail — Bow Valley Provincial Park

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Bow River Trail — Bow Valley Provincial Park

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Bow River Trail — Bow Valley Provincial Park

01:02

4.08km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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Bow Valley Provincial Park

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Start point

Parking

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14 m

Picnic tables

Highlight • Rest Area

Set right beside the Bow River with Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak rising sharply across the water, this riverside picnic area is one of the most scenic rest spots in the valley. A row of wooden tables sits on open grass just steps from the shoreline, offering an easy place to pause before or after exploring the nearby trails. With parking, restrooms, and a water fountain close by, it’s a convenient and peaceful stop to take in the mountain views, listen to the river, or enjoy a quiet lunch with the peaks in full sight.

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392 m

Bow River Trail – View of Mount Yamnuska

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This easy riverside path follows the shores of the Bow River, offering steady views of flowing water, cottonwoods, and wide gravel bars. As the trail opens toward the valley, you’ll catch a clear sightline to Mount Yamnuska, its dramatic east face rising sharply above the foothills. It’s a relaxed, scenic stretch ideal for walkers looking to enjoy the river corridor with one of Kananaskis’ most iconic peaks in the background.

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2.04 km

Bow River

Highlight • River

Flowing through the broad Bow Valley beneath Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak, this stretch of the Bow River feels open and far-reaching, with views toward the limestone walls above. The river moves steadily around gravel bars and willow-edged banks that often draw elk, deer, and occasional raptors. From the trail, it becomes a constant point of reference — a wide, blue-green corridor reflecting the rugged peaks rising across the valley.

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4.08 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.72 km

349 m

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