In this post we will go over The Must Do Larch Tree Hikes Near Canmore. Larch Trees are unlike other pine trees. Once a year, when the weather starts to get cooler, the Larch Trees go from green to yellow.
The fall colours happen typically during the month of October. The wild and beautiful colour change can be seen all over the Bow Valley. If your visiting at the right time, this is something you need to see as it is truly beautiful.
The following hikes in our opinion are The Must Do Larch Tree Hikes Near Canmore.
Must Do Larch Tree Hikes Near Canmore
Chester Lake, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
Chester Lake hike is slightly less than 10km out and back. The elevation gain is minimal (433m). This trail is considered moderate there for it is perfect for kids and pets! For the trail details please visit the link below.
LINK- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/chester-lake-trail
Sentinel Pass Via Larch Valley, Banff
Sentinel Pass is located near Lake Louise. The trail is 11kms out and back with 800m elevation gain. Sentinel Pass is considered a hard hike. However, the views will be breathtaking. For the trail details please visit the link below.
LINK- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/sentinel-pass-trail
Pocaterra Ridge- Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
Pocaterra Ridge is 9.8kms with an elevation gain of 728m. The trail can be a very busy hike during the fall season as it is well praised for the Larches. Its considered hard and poles are strongly recommended. For the trail details please visit the link below.
LINK- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/pocaterra-ridge
Lake Agnes- Lake Louise
Lake Agnes is one of our favourites all year round. During the fall this trail is magical. The trail is 7.4kms with an elevation gain of 435m. On this trail you will be rewarded with a tea house destination where you can get a treat before heading back to Lake Louise. Note: The tea house is cash only.
You have the option to continue past the tea house towards more trails. We recommend you continue to the Devils Thumb hike. The views are absolutely stunning.
For trail details please visit the link below.
LINK- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/lake-agnes-trail
Sunshine Meadow- Sunshine Village
Sunshine meadow is located at Sunshine Village. To access these trails you will take the Sunshine Village gondola to the top. For more information on the gondola please visit https://www.banffsunshinemeadows.com/
Once you have reached the top we recommend choosing your own path. None of the trails will disappoint.
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