Route: Bow Valley Kananaskis (BVK)

Submitted by Paul O'Grady on Fri, 07/04/2025 - 12:00pm
Location
Alberta, CA
British Columbia, CA
Description

This route blends breathtaking scenery with challenging terrain, Bow Valley and Kananaskis Country are absolute gems. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. This route offers terrain from gentle forest paths to rugged alpine terrain following along the TCT for a large portion of the route. 

Starting in Bragg Creek to lower Kananaskis Lake through the Bow valley including Banff and Canmore this breathtaking loop will end back in Bragg Creek. Total distance is close to 300KM with 5600M of elevation gain.

Whether you're chasing sunrise views of Ha Ling Peak, winding through the lush forests of Kananaskis, or tackling large portions of the TCT, every step is a reminder of nature's raw beauty. The air is crisp, the wildlife abundant, and the sense of solitude unmatched. This is the route of a lifetime. 

GPS Track