Coal Mine

Coal Mine is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada, inside Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area. It is 1.4 miles each way, 2.8 miles there and back. It runs between about 4,920 ft and 5,700 ft above sea level, with roughly 910 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a moderate route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Kananaskis Village, about 1.3 miles north of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mount Kidd Lookout, Delta Peak and Olympic Summit. Marmot Falls and Troll Falls are within about 3 miles. For camping, Mount Kidd RV Park and Ribbon Falls are within about 6 miles. There are 15 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.