Moose Loop (Trans Canada Trail)
An out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada.
- 2.2 mi
- round trip
- 709 ft
- climb
- 4,905 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Moose Loop (Trans Canada Trail) is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Alberta, Canada, inside Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone. It is 1.1 miles each way, 2.2 miles there and back. It runs between about 4,780 ft and 4,900 ft above sea level, with roughly 390 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 9.9 miles west 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 24 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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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Moose Loop (Trans Canada Trail) for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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