Upper Kananaskis
Upper Kananaskis

Hidden Lake Trail

Kananaskis – Smith Dorrien
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Hidden Lake Trail

Distance: 10.1mi
Elevation: 1,302ft
Time: 4-5.5h

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There’s an element of uncontained excitement when making your way to a destination with the name Hidden Lake. Just hearing the name evokes a sense of adventure, and you won’t be disappointed when choosing this route. It is a stunning trail that leaves from spectacular Upper Kananaskis Lake and ends at the almost fake-looking Hidden Lake.

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Getting there

Join Highway 40 at the exit from the Trans Canada Highway and travel southbound for 31.1mi before turning onto Kananaskis Lakes Trail. Stay on this road for 9.3mi and turn right towards the Interlakes Campground. Drive past the campground and park at the North Interlakes day-use area.

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When to do

June-September

Backcountry Campsites

Point Backcountry

Pets allowed

Yes - On Leash

Family friendly

Older Children only

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Out and back


Hidden Lake Trail
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Hidden Lake Trail Description

From the North Interlakes day-use area, find the trail sign and join the Three Isle Lake trail. After 984ft, you will pass the decommissioned Indefatigable trail and continue straight along the Three Isle Lake trail. 0.6mi from the trailhead, pass the junction to the Upper Lake Circuit and keep on the main trail. 0.7mi from this junction, the Three Isle Lake trail veers off to the right, and you will stay on the left trail. This is the Upper Kananaskis Lake trail that leads to the Point Backcountry site. Pass the campground and come to Sarrail Falls 0.6mi further. Continue on the straight-forward trail as it wraps around the lake, gaining elevation before the unforgettable Hidden Lake emerges into view. After revelling in the surrounding sights, head back the way you came as this is an out-and-back route.

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