Hercules

Hercules is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada, inside Spray Valley Provincial Park. It is 2.8 miles each way, 5.5 miles there and back. It runs between about 5,710 ft and 5,890 ft above sea level, with roughly 530 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a hard route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Fortress Mountain Resort, about 9.3 miles west of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mount Shark, Mount Marushka and Tent Ridge. For camping, Big Springs Br9 and Marvel Lake -BR13 are within about 6 miles. There are 8 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.