Rundle 1 via Mt Rundle Route(edit)

5 reviews | |

DIFFICULT

#6 hike out of 315 in Banff National Park |

DIFFICULT

4.2 mi

Distance

1 hrs 22 min

Time

5,072 ft

Elev Gain

Overview

This is a difficult one way trail to Rundle 1 in Banff National Park.

This trail goes by Mount Rundle and Bow River.

Rate this Hike

★★★★★

Steven.Turner77 2 years, 7 months ago

Counter clockwise makes to somewhat exposed section an easier up hill climb. Great views of Spray lake on the way back down. Lots of boulders on back side of the summit ridge to navigate but all manageable for our group of “50 something” hikers.

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Kevin Green 2 years, 7 months ago

Started at 08:00. Follow a steady incline up the river valley until you pass a large gully. The challenges start here as you abruptly travel up the ridge until the summit. Last mile or so is very loose scree, not dangerous, just slow going and tedious. Took us 4.5 to summit. Bring lots of water as there is no place to make water along the hike. Brought 6 litres between two people and we were very happy to have all of it.

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