Chester Lake Trail Peak

Chester lake was officially one of my favorite hikes of 2016.

Chester lake trail peak. Very large crowds in late morning. A must do destination in kananaskis you should make sure this trip is on your bucket list. From here the trail meanders through forest climbing gently and weaving through old sections of logging road for less than 1 0 km. Larches are near peak.

The trail is closed from may to late june each year to prevent trail damage. May 1 to june 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage. Chester lake is amazing and an easy hike takes you to this wonderful destination. Chester lake trail is a 9 7 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail located near kananaskis improvement alberta canada that features a lake and is rated as moderate.

The trail is primarily used for hiking nature trips and bird watching. 310 m 1 017 ft. Bikes are only allowed on the first 2 km of the trail which follows a logging road. A beautiful moderate trek through a dense pine and larch forest to a picturesque alpine lake surrounded by majestic peaks the trail to chester lake is a gentle incline with a huge visual payoff.

The hike to chester lake is a great family route in canmore complete with a stunning alpine meadow and glistening lake nestled among towering peaks. No snow on the trail. This is a forested trail that leads to an alpine meadow and the lake below mount chester. Fall colors were just starting to peak through and the sky looked amazing.

Perfect as a day hike or as the start of a backpacking trip this route is also accessible during the winter months as a snowshoeing trail. It s a short sweet 5 km s to the lake with outstanding views in every direction. Chester lake and elephant rocks is a 8 0 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near kananaskis improvement alberta canada that features a lake and is rated as moderate. We arrived about 10 in there were some on the trail.

The walk is perfect for multiple seasons as a snowshoe or ski tour in winter or to see the larches change color in autumn. Surrounded on three sides by mighty peaks the lake is small but gorgeous with crystal clear waters tinged a deep green. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from may until october. Chester lake to see golden alpine arches chester lake to see golden alpine arches near canmore ab.

The trail starts at the chester lake trailhead. Chester lake is nestled among towering peaks on the uncrowded side of kananaskis the smith dorrien spray lakes road. From what i understand this is one of the more popular hikes in the area. This is one of the most scenic trails i ve ever been on and i ve been on quite a few.

Total r t 3 hrs 10 min. Distance 10 2 km return. Check current alberta fishing regulations. Coming down it was non stop with people hiking up.