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Hiking on the Kootenay Plains

Explore Central Alberta's Trails

From prairies to the Rocky Mountains, Central Alberta has some of the best hikes around.

Throughout David Thompson Country explore the quieter side of the foothills and the Rocky Mountains. Featuring spectacular waterfalls, jagged peaks, remote alpine meadows carpeted in wildflowers and glacier-fed lakes without the crowds.

Hiking along Survey Hill on the Kootenay Plains

Spring hike to Survey Hill

Hiking along the David Thompson Highway

Hiking the Whitegoat Falls trail

The Red Deer area is the perfect place for a stroll through the parkland and prairie landscape. From the City of Red Deer's extensive trail system to the J.J. Collett Natural Area there is no shortage of options.




Plan Your Adventure

Many of Central Alberta's trails are poorly marked or not marked at all. Make sure to download the maps and bring a copy of the guide with you before your head out.

Pursuit Adventures offers guided hikes throughout the year, from half day hikes like Whitegoat Falls to full day hikes to the summit of Coliseum Mountain.

Guided Tours

Enjoy the comfort that comes with a guide who knows the area’s trails, wildlife and terrain so that you can focus on your adventure, while the rest is taken care of.

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Head Out On Your Own

Sometimes you just want to head out on your own to explore the area. We get it. That's why we share all our trail guides.

Find Your Perfect Trail

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Thompson Creek Lower Falls Trail Guide
A shorter hike along Thompson Creek through the Landslide Lake Prescribed Burn area with a nice waterfall providing a great lunch spot.
Hoodoo Creek Trail Guide
Scramble up the creek bed to a cave and great views of Abraham Lake. The popular Hoodoo Creek hike offers great views the entire way along highway 11.
Cline River Canyon Trail Guide
A great option for a short hike along Abraham Lake, taking you close to the edge of the Cline River Canyon and to dramatic views along the way.
Coliseum Mountain Trail Guide
Coliseum Mountain with its "cap" gives you 360 degree panorama of the foothills and Rockies, making this a classic hike in David Thompson Country.
Siffleur River – Third Falls and Wilderness Area Access
The trail to the first set of falls on the Siffleur River is very popular but going beyond those falls offers great views and a feeling of remoteness.
Eagle Mountain Ridge Trail Guide
The lesser known neighbour to Coliseum Mountain, the Eagle Mountain Ridge hike takes you to amazing views of the Rockies and foothills.
Shunda Mountain (Baldy) Fire Lookout Trail Guide
Hike up a fire road to the Shunda Mountain fire lookout overlooking Nordegg, Coliseum Mountain and the Rockies with a 360 degree panorama from the summit.
Allstones Lake Trail Guide
A popular day hike and overnight destination with stunning views of Abraham Lake along the way, Allstones Lake is worth the effort.
Heritage Trail
Heritage Trail takes you through the heart of the Kootenay Plains, pass the remnants of ranching in the early 1900's along the North Saskatchewan River.
Siffleur Benches Trail Guide
This easy hike starts at a busy trailhead but quickly gets away from the crowds where you'll enjoy amazing views of the North Saskatchewan River valley and the surrounding mountains.
BATUS Canyon Trail Guide
This short hike brings you up for some great views of the Kootenay Plains and BATUS Canyon along Abraham Lake in David Thompson Country.
Goldeye Lake Trail Guide
An easy, family friendly hike along the shores of Goldeye Lake for those looking to stretch their legs on the drive through David Thompson Country.

Head Out With A Guide

Make the most of your adventure and head out with a guide. Pursuit Adventures offers half day and full day guided hikes throughout Central Alberta from April to November.

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