Alberta · Cross-country skiing

Iron Springs Trail

An out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada.

5.8 mi
round trip
1,412 ft
climb
4,997 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Iron Springs Trail is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada, inside Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone. It is 2.9 miles each way, 5.8 miles there and back. It runs between about 4,720 ft and 5,000 ft above sea level, with roughly 660 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a moderate route. It is groomed for classic skiing. The nearest town is Redwood Meadows, about 8.7 miles southwest of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Taipiti Ridge. For camping, Gooseberry Campground and Paddy's Flat Campground are within about 6 miles. There are 25 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.

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