Hiking
Stanley Glacier Trail
Ancient life forms, enduring secrets of the forest and modern ecology come together on an unforgettable 10 km hike. As the Stanley Glacier trail progresses into the alpine, the scenery changes with the many marks of the past.
Wander through the vibrant purple fireweed and pay tribute to the powerful energy of wildfires that have brought new life to these grassy slopes. As the trail underfoot turns to rock and boulders rise around you, keep a sharp eye out for prehistoric fossils embedded deeply in the shale.
Good To Know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3-6 hrs
- When
- Jun - Oct
Location
- Distance from Banff:
- 45km
- Distance from Lake Louise:
- 40km
When to go
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More Information
Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 4.2 km one way
Elevation gain: 395 m
Hiking time: 3 hour round trip
Trailhead: Stanley Glacier parking lot