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SaveCanmore trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Trail Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Adaptive Biking and Backcountry Skiing. Trails here are often faint trail, rooty and flowy. Scenery includes summits, lakes and ridgelines. Common trail features include bridges, berms and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and huts. Popular destinations include Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park and Canmore Nordic Centre.
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- Mountain Bike
283 trails
- E-Bike
120 trails
- Gravel Bike
91 trails
- Adaptive Bike
30 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
63 trails
- Horse
46 trails
- Hike
533 trails
- Trail Running
536 trails
- Snowshoe
81 trails
- Backcountry Ski
4 trails
- Nordic Ski
74 trails
Region Details
- 29
- 9
- 96
- 106
- 41
- 2
Region Status
Open as of 2 days
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 562
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 283
- Trails E-Bike
- 120
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 91
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 30
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 63
- Trails Horse
- 46
- Trails Hike
- 533
- Trails Trail Running
- 536
- Trails Snowshoe
- 81
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 4
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 74
- Total Distance
- 717 miles
- Total Descent
- 109,758 ft
- Total Vertical
- 6,156 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 10,306 ft
- Reports
- 6,139
- Photos
- 1,909
- Completed Counter
- 197,511
Articles
How the Canmore Women’s Enduro Turned a Local Race Into a Community Movement
Dec 2, 2025 from pinkbike.com
What began as an inclusive local enduro has grown into Peak Pursuits, one of Canada’s fastest-growing all-female cycling teams.
Race Report: Rockies 24 in Canmore Alberta
Aug 7, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Riders from across the globe ventured to Canada's Rocky Mountains in search of some prime XC racing.
Highlight Video: A Very Wet 2025 Canmore Enduro
Jul 25, 2025 from pinkbike.com
An unusually rainy summer for Alberta made for a wet and wild race.
Video: Josh Holte Pushes the New Ripmo AF To The Limit On Canmore's Finest Trails
Jul 22, 2025 from pinkbike.com
It seems that the bigger the pants, the more steeze you have these days.
Sub Regions
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Bow Valley Provincial Park
- 5
- 1
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Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park
- 17
- 9
- 3
- 1
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Canmore Nordic Centre
- 17
- 50
- 32
- 1
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Horseshoe / G8
- 9
- 9
- 1
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Montane
- 10
- 9
- 1
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Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
- 20
- 14
- 1
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Quarry Lake Trails
- 6
- 5
- 2
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Spray Valley Provincial Park
- 2
- 1
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Three Sisters Mountain Village
- 3
- 2
Popular Canmore Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 249 ft • 3,651 •
A great new trail that climbs up from the meadow to the top of T2 (providing an additional access to that area). The downtrack is buff and well bermed. Good in winter as well
• 100 ★ 4.1 • 2,225 ft • 38 ft • 3,501 •
A short, fun connector trail from EKG and George Town Interpretive to the Canmore Trail. It flows well in both directions and features a couple of wide, low bridges and a short section of baby head rocks.
• 100 ★ 3.6 • 653 ft • 24 ft • 3,478 •
Singletrack route to bypass a chunk of the Centennial trail.
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 1,391 ft • 0 ft • 2,927 •
Berms, jumps, rollers and doubles. Try it, you'll like it!
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 643 ft • 0 ft • 2,914 •
Built for a race, this short, bermy downhill is a fun ride. Access by the road beside it, down from Hey Mcleod or up from Lower Mad Haandler.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 5,118 ft • 11 ft • 2,783 •
A long flowy rollercoaster down from EKG towards the Get in trail. Recently (2018 ) extended to parallel the paved trail to the entrance to the Biathalon stadium.
Canmore Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 5 miles • 650 ft • 3 • Loop •
ORANGE LOOP: 7.5 km (mainly single track) • The CNC’s most popular trail. • Best ridden clockwise...
★ 5.0 • 14 miles • 2,864 ft • 8 •
The newest Pedal for Pints loop, starting at Quarry Lake parking lot, going up Highline for a full west to...
★ 5.0 • 8 miles • 1,030 ft • 9 •
Have fun exploring the awesome single track up at the Nordic Center! Mostly climbing to start, with some...
★ 5.0 • 11 miles • 1,472 ft • 9 • Loop •
The Montane Traverse Loop Option 2 To distinguish from the already-existing ‘Montane Traverse Loop’...
★ 4.5 • 8 miles • 1,294 ft • 9 • Loop •
CNC summer loop - EKG/Odyssey/longroad
★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 939 ft • 8 • Loop •
CNC summer loop EKG odyssey + extension long road to ruin back on baby beluga
Photos of Canmore Mountain Bike
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| Highline | Sep 13, 2026 @ 9:47am (America/Edmonton) Sep 13, 2026 | Ideal | thehermit | Partial closure. East side closed (east... | |
| Cloudline | Sep 13, 2026 @ 9:43am (America/Edmonton) Sep 13, 2026 | Unknown | thehermit | Closed as of Sep 13, 2026 until further... |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Burstall Pass Trail | Oct 7, 2026 @ 9:24pm (America/Edmonton) 2 days | Unknown | Zemu | ||
| Grassi Lakes Waterfall | Oct 7, 2026 @ 11:42am (America/Edmonton) 3 days | Wet | Oftdtri | ||
| Canmore Trail | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| EKG | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| Orchid | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| The Odyssey | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| Sherwood Forest | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| The Albertan | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| Ziggy's | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 | ||
| Killer Bees | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:33pm (America/Edmonton) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | Nataliap25 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| nettyanderson | ridden | trail | activity #105503215 and 1 more | Oct 8, 2026 @ 5:25pm 2 days |
| Zemu | add | report | activity #105449527 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 8:33pm 2 days |
| josuno | wishlist | route | activity #105442451 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 5:48pm 2 days |
| josuno | wishlist | trail | activity #105442426 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 5:47pm 2 days |
| Oftdtri | add | report | activity #105417134 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 10:42am 3 days |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | nationklls ooflojpyo | Sep 1, 2026 @ 4:44pm Sep 1, 2026 | ||
| trail | A very nice mountain bike trail. Approach it... | Aug 26, 2026 @ 2:17am Aug 26, 2026 | ||
| trail | This is a very boring boring mountain bike... | Aug 26, 2026 @ 2:13am Aug 26, 2026 | ||
| trail | Very over grown with bushes and trees Some... | Jul 29, 2026 @ 3:56pm Jul 29, 2026 | ||
| trail | Down tree about 3.2k from the east end. | Jul 20, 2026 @ 2:09pm Jul 20, 2026 |
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Canmore Nordic Center Bike Skills Park | skill park | Canmore | |
| Millennium Mountain Bike Skills Park | skill park | Canmore | |
| Benchlands Skills Park | skill park | Canmore | |
| Quarry Lake Drop Zone | skill park | Canmore | |
| Benchlands Drop Zone | skill park | Canmore |
Local Trail Supporters
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- Friends of Kananaskis Country
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 283 | 335 miles | 46,873 ft | 145 miles | 5,771 ft | #63 | #3 | 1,727 | 5,968 | 136 | 115,370 | |
| E-Bike | 120 | 89 miles | 13,120 ft | 42 miles | 2,730 ft | #569 | #10 | 6 | 4,684 | 9 | 5,443 | |
| Gravel Bike | 91 | 119 miles | 12,835 ft | 50 miles | 3,025 ft | #70 | #2 | 17 | 359 | 9 | 352 | |
| Adaptive Bike | 30 | 46 miles | 5,873 ft | 21 miles | 2,487 ft | #185 | #4 | 451 | 1 | 3 | ||
| Winter Fat Bike | 63 | 83 miles | 10,843 ft | 32 miles | 2,526 ft | #42 | #4 | 2,341 | 8 | 187 | ||
| Horse | 46 | 57 miles | 6,713 ft | 24 miles | 1,827 ft | #161 | #7 | 1,502 | 11 | |||
| Hike | 533 | 691 miles | 107,123 ft | 226 miles | 6,158 ft | #27 | #1 | 124 | 5,942 | 12 | 17,574 | |
| Trail Running | 536 | 692 miles | 107,556 ft | 227 miles | 6,158 ft | #33 | #2 | 1 | 5,943 | 23 | 20,151 | |
| Snowshoe | 81 | 121 miles | 23,107 ft | 36 miles | 6,010 ft | #18 | #1 | 171 | 4 | 161 | ||
| Backcountry Ski | 4 | 8 miles | 925 ft | 3 miles | 4,108 ft | #127 | #3 | 155 | 3 | 1,789 | ||
| Nordic Ski | 74 | 94 miles | 10,131 ft | 39 miles | 2,428 ft | #8 | #1 | 18 | 168 | 3 | 17,257 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Canmore?
Canmore has 10 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Canmore?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Canmore are:
- Cloudline (4.6/5)
- EKG (4.5/5)
- Razors Edge (4.5/5)
- Soft Yoghurt (4.5/5)
- Lebensrun (4.4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Canmore?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Canmore are:
- July (2,207 activities)
- August (2,058 activities)
- June (1,764 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Canmore?
There are 85 parking locations listed in Canmore. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Canmore?
The longest trail in Canmore is Stoney Trail at 19.3 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Canmore?
The best hiking trails in Canmore are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Canmore?
The best trail running trails in Canmore are:
- Policeman's Creek Trail - Center Section
- Policeman's Creek
- West Canmore Bow River Trail
- Grotto Mountain West Ridge Connector
- Middle Lake Loop Trail
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How many trails are in Canmore?
Canmore has a total of 562 trails. Of those, 283 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Canmore to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Canmore?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Canmore is Mount Lougheed Route with 1,365 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Canmore?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Canmore is Skogan Pass (Dead Man's side) with 643 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Canmore?
Canmore supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Canmore?
The following bike services are available in Canmore:
- Bike Shop (6)
- Coaching & Camps (3)
- Shuttle Service (2)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
- Guides & Tours (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Canmore?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Canmore is Mount Lougheed Route with an average grade of 20.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Canmore?
Yes, there are 16 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Canmore. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Canmore?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Canmore are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Canmore?
The overall region status for Canmore is Clear / Green. Out of 259 trails:
- Clear / Green: 235
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 18
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 3
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What are the trail conditions in Canmore?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Canmore:
- Ideal: 13 trails
- Wet: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Canmore?
Yes, Canmore supports e-bike riding. There are 123 trails in Canmore that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Canmore?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Canmore are: View all mountain biking routes in Canmore.
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What type of bike is most common in Canmore?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Canmore are:
- AM (1,005 activities)
- XC (216 activities)
- RD (170 activities)
- Fat (38 activities)
- CX (5 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Canmore?
The highest summit in Canmore is Mount Sir Douglas at 3,364 m elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Canmore?
There are 6 notable sights in Canmore. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Canmore.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Canmore?
The most popular Strava segments in Canmore are:
- Meadow-T2 connector (10,144 athletes)
- Artistic merit to end of EKG (9,730 athletes)
- Odyssey - Fork to Switchbacks DH (9,473 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Canmore?
There are currently 3 closed trails in Canmore. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 235
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 18
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 3
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Canmore?
Yes, there are 42 accessible/adaptive trails in Canmore. View all adaptive trails in Canmore for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Canmore?
There are 4 local clubs or associations listed in the Canmore directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Canmore?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Canmore: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Canmore.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Canmore?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Canmore are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Canmore?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Canmore are:
- Fun Forest (4.6/5)
- Legacy Trail Extension to CNC (5/5)
- Middle Horseshoe Alt (3.7/5)
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