Mountain Bike

2.4 miles

Distance

90 ft

Climb

-90 ft

Descent

4,678 ft

High Point

This route will take you to the headwaters of Battle Creek. Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park lies on the Continental Divide, which means that spring fed Battle creek eventually runs into the Hudson Bay The Battle Creek headwaters are surrounded by conglomerate cliffs, Forest, and fields of wildflowers. Choose your own path along this route as there is no designated trail, and watch your step as some of the rocks can be slippery. Cross Battle creek at your leisure in a safe manner and enjoy one of the few naturally occurring water features in southern Alberta.

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Battle Creek Headwaters is a 2 mile less popular intermediate route located near Elkwater Alberta. This hike primary route. This route climbs 90 ft with a max elevation of 4,678 ft then descends -90 ft.

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670 Collective (670collective.ca)

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Riding area

Elkwater
Primary Activity

Hike
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Difficulty rating

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More Stats for Battle Creek Headwaters mountain bike route

Altitude min

4,623 ft
Altitude start

4,678 ft
Altitude end

4,678 ft
Grade max

-16%
Grade min

14.9%
Distance climb

3,061 ft
Distance down

2,933 ft
Distance flat

1 mile

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