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At 9.6 kilometers round trip with 328 to 433 meters of elevation gain and an estimated 2.5 to 3 hours on trail, Chester Lake sits firmly in the easy to moderate difficulty category. The trail is well-established and suitable for hikers with basic mountain experience. The relatively modest elevation gain means this hike is accessible to a wider range of fitness levels, making it a popular choice for families and recreational hikers.
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The trailhead is located at the Chester Lake Day Use parking lot on the Smith-Dorrien Trail (Highway 742), approximately 44 km south of Canmore. The parking area can fill up fast on weekends and during peak season, so an early start is recommended. Note: The trail is closed annually from May 1 to June 29 for wildlife conservation purposes.
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Bikes are only allowed on the first 2 km of the trail, which follows a logging road.
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Recommended gear for this trail
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
The chester lake trailhead is located in the Spray Valley Provincial Park, approximately 60 km west of Calgary. To get there, take the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) west to the exit for Kananaskis Country. Follow the signs to the park. The trailhead is located at the end of the road, near the chester lake parking lot.
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- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
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