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SaveExshaw trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Backcountry Skiing and Horseback. Scenery includes ridgelines, summits and canyons. Common trail features include bridges, skinnies and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Barrier Lake and Exshaw Mountain.
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- Mountain Bike
24 trails
- E-Bike
7 trails
- Adaptive Bike
0 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
7 trails
- Horse
1 trails
- Hike
47 trails
- Trail Running
47 trails
- Snowmobile
0 trails
- Snowshoe
18 trails
- Backcountry Ski
2 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Sep 4, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 48
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 24
- Trails E-Bike
- 7
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 2
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 7
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 47
- Trails Trail Running
- 47
- Trails Snowshoe
- 18
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 2
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 48 miles
- Total Descent
- 9,415 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,594 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,830 ft
- Reports
- 496
- Photos
- 208
- Completed Counter
- 14,478
Sub Regions
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Barrier Lake
- 4
- 8
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Exshaw Mountain
- 4
- 5
Popular Exshaw Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 4,065 ft • 17 ft • 1,679 •
This fun and techy section of the Loop has lots to challenge and entertain intermediate to advanced riders. It starts with a climb to the top of the ridge that gives it it's name. From there the trail doubles back along the ridge and...
• 100 ★ 4.9 • 899 ft • 0 ft • 1,673 •
This is the lower decent of the Prospector Loop and is mostly flowy trail with fewer drops and tech than other sections. Originally it continued on to the south-east with some great slabs and switchbacks, but this bottom half and...
• 100 ★ 4.3 • 3,333 ft • 362 ft • 1,661 •
This trail is the access for the entire Loop as well as some other unsanctioned trails in the area. It is a solid 11% gradient with little time to warm up. Keep going up the more moderate to access Upper Prospector and (both part of the...
• 80 ★ 4.2 • 4,590 ft • 257 ft • 1,571 •
After the relatively mellow , continues the climb but resumes the steepness of . The high point coincides with the northern tip of the trail and is a common rest stop. There is even a water dish for you furry friend. The decent has...
• 90 ★ 4.5 • 2,290 ft • 86 ft • 1,212 •
This is the middle section of the original climb. This section is actually quite a lot more moderate then the or the climb on , so a chance to catch your breath between steep sections.
• 80 ★ 5.0 • 1,066 ft • 3 ft • 580 •
This one of 3 alternate endings to created in 2023 as a planned development will make the original finish un-usable. This is a very well built trail with lots of drops and features. For an easier ending look for the new blue trail...
• 70 ★ 5.0 • 2,451 ft • 0 ft • 344 •
Blue descent trail to exit The . A fun way to get home or prepare for another lap up!
• 75 ★ 5.0 • 2,493 ft • 54 ft • 336 •
Steep slab descent down to the up track of - Enjoy safely and respect the local Exshaw community.
Exshaw Mountain Bike Routes
★ 3.0 • 4 miles • 810 ft • 4 • Loop •
Loop is a regional favorite. Well built with more drops, tech, and slab than is common for this area. The...
★ 4.0 • 9 miles • 1,721 ft • 5 • Loop •
Park at east entrance of Barrier Lake. Take . Connect and go down . At the bottom/end of , connect with...
★ 4.0 • 11 miles • 1,902 ft • 7 • Loop •
razors edge loop from parking lot
9 miles • 1,936 ft • 2 • Loop •
An oldie but a goodie! The PV-JP Loop has been a mainstay of the local riding scene since the '90s. This...
13 miles • 2,155 ft • 1 • Loop •
A twist on the classic - route. This version starts at the northeast end of Trails which creates a...
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Upper Prospector Descent | Sep 4, 2026 @ 3:25pm (America/Edmonton) Sep 4, 2026 | Wet | WisemanJeff | ||
| Lower Prospector Descent | Aug 21, 2026 @ 3:35pm (America/Edmonton) Aug 21, 2026 | Unknown | kai163 | ||
| Dust N Bones | Aug 16, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Creston) Aug 16, 2026 | Dry | cinemod13 | ||
| Wonder Ridge | Aug 3, 2026 @ 6:30pm (America/Edmonton) Aug 3, 2026 | Dry | ryancartiers | ||
| Lower Prospector Climb | Jul 21, 2026 @ 4:51pm (America/Creston) Jul 21, 2026 | Ideal | cinemod13 | ||
| Lusk Pass Trail | Jun 15, 2026 @ 12:48pm (America/Edmonton) Jun 15, 2026 | Unknown | Zemu | ||
| Lusk Pass | Jun 15, 2026 @ 12:48pm (America/Edmonton) Jun 15, 2026 | Unknown | Zemu | ||
| Lusk Pass Cutoff Trail | Jun 15, 2026 @ 12:48pm (America/Edmonton) Jun 15, 2026 | Unknown | Zemu | ||
| Last Call | Jun 14, 2026 @ 6:52pm (America/Creston) Jun 14, 2026 | Ideal | WisemanJeff | ||
| Upper Prospector Climb | Jun 14, 2026 @ 6:52pm (America/Creston) Jun 14, 2026 | Ideal | WisemanJeff |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| ScoreyT | vote | trail | activity #104749614 | Sep 27, 2026 @ 4:22pm Sep 27, 2026 |
| Stijntdesmet | wishlist | route | activity #104682192 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 10:13pm Sep 26, 2026 |
| vince | wishlist | route | activity #104667036 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 3:42pm Sep 26, 2026 |
| getouttheretoo | ridden | trail | activity #104216964 | Sep 20, 2026 @ 8:20am Sep 20, 2026 |
| WisemanJeff | add | report | activity #103046989 | Sep 4, 2026 @ 2:25pm Sep 4, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Not a technical trail but a wonderful romp... | Jun 20, 2026 @ 8:39am Jun 20, 2026 | ||
| trail | Just a damn great trail. | Jun 16, 2026 @ 5:56am Jun 16, 2026 | ||
| trail | Borderline double black in spots for sure... | Jun 16, 2026 @ 5:55am Jun 16, 2026 | ||
| trail | This is a nice trail. Most of it is tighter... | Jul 23, 2025 @ 8:19pm Jul 23, 2025 | ||
| trail | This is a great trail with tons of interesting... | Jul 3, 2025 @ 10:42pm Jul 3, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k48 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge46 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k58 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge50 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
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 | 24 | 21 miles | 3,389 ft | 9 miles | 1,870 ft | #2,862 | #25 | 205 | 496 | 16 | 11,892 | |
| E-Bike | 7 | 6 miles | 758 ft | 3 miles | 1,470 ft | #6,282 | #40 | 366 | 3 | 606 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 2 | 2 miles | 1,870 ft | #645 | #9 | 19 | ||||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 7 | 7 miles | 1,257 ft | 3 miles | 1,070 ft | #2,296 | #27 | 302 | 10 | |||
| Horse | 1 | 1 mile | 413 ft | 417 ft | #2,488 | #25 | 127 | 22 | ||||
| Hike | 47 | 48 miles | 9,285 ft | 18 miles | 2,595 ft | #4,021 | #26 | 492 | 3 | 3,263 | ||
| Trail Running | 47 | 48 miles | 9,285 ft | 18 miles | 2,595 ft | #4,218 | #29 | 492 | 2 | 330 | ||
| Snowshoe | 18 | 24 miles | 3,081 ft | 7 miles | 2,595 ft | #744 | #22 | 7 | 4 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 2 | 3 miles | 436 ft | 1,299 ft | #574 | #17 | 112 | |||||
| Nordic Ski | 1 | 1 mile | 413 ft | 417 ft | 1 | 99 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Exshaw?
Exshaw has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Exshaw?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Exshaw are:
- Lower Prospector Descent (4.5/5)
- Wonder Ridge (4.3/5)
- Last Call (4.3/5)
- Lower Prospector Climb (4.3/5)
- Middle Prospector (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Exshaw?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Exshaw are:
- August (188 activities)
- July (164 activities)
- June (157 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Exshaw?
There are 6 parking locations listed in Exshaw. 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 Exshaw?
The longest trail in Exshaw is Lusk Pass Trail at 3.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Exshaw?
The best hiking trails in Exshaw are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Exshaw?
The best trail running trails in Exshaw are:
- Stoney Creek Camp Connector
- Dust N Bones
- Kananaskis Integrated Forestry Interpretive Trail
- Troll Falls - Marmot Falls Connector
- Lusk Pass Trail
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How many trails are in Exshaw?
Exshaw has a total of 48 trails. Of those, 24 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Exshaw to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Exshaw?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Exshaw is Lusk Pass Trail with 741 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Exshaw?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Exshaw is The Joker Trail with 330 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Exshaw?
Exshaw supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Exshaw?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Exshaw is Troll Falls Trail with an average grade of 14.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Exshaw?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Exshaw. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Exshaw?
The overall region status for Exshaw is Clear / Green. Out of 16 trails:
- Clear / Green: 15
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Exshaw?
Yes, Exshaw supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Exshaw 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 Exshaw?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Exshaw are: View all mountain biking routes in Exshaw.
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What type of bike is most common in Exshaw?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Exshaw are:
- AM (104 activities)
- Fat (13 activities)
- RD (9 activities)
- XC (3 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Exshaw?
The highest summit in Exshaw is South Ghost Peak at 8,471 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Exshaw?
There are 2 notable sights in Exshaw. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Exshaw.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Exshaw?
The most popular Strava segments in Exshaw are:
- Do you feel warm yet? (4,107 athletes)
- Prospector last bit (1,587 athletes)
- Prospector (upper loop) (1,547 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Exshaw?
Exshaw supports adaptive biking as an activity type, but individual trail accessibility details may vary. View all adaptive trails in Exshaw for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Exshaw?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Exshaw are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Exshaw?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Exshaw are:
- Kananaskis Integrated Forestry Interpretive Trail (0/5)
- Barrier Powerline (0/5)
- Forest Management Trail (0/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Barrier Lake Sight
- Bow River View Sight
- Lusk Pass Camp Camping
- Lusk Ridge East Summit
- Horton Hill Summit
- Horton Ridge Summit
- Stony Creek Group Campground Camping
- Lusk Ridge South Summit
- Lusk Ridge West Summit
- Exshaw Mountain Summit
- South Ghost Peak (8,471 ft)
- Cross Peak (8,396 ft)
- Mount Lorette (8,054 ft)
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