Athabasca Ridge Loop/ Golden Triangle

Near Whitecourt · Central Alberta

Hard · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 29 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Athabasca Ridge Loop/ Golden Triangle is a 18.0 km out and back trail near Whitecourt. It runs 9.0 km each way. The route gains 297 m in total and tops out at 868 m. Hike Alberta rates it hard. Allow about 5 hours 15 minutes of moving time.

Length: 18.0km; 9.0 km each way
Elevation gain: 297m
Estimated time: 5h15min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 868m
Lowest point: 814m

Elevation profile

814 m to 868 m

Highest point 868 m, lowest 814 m, 297 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 14% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 100% of route

0% LTE · 100% 5G

Longest modelled gap: 0.0 km
Model: 2024 · Natural Resources Canada

Predicted coverage is not guaranteed. It varies by carrier, terrain, weather, device and network load, and it does not guarantee emergency service.

Good for

Hiking
Dog friendly (on leash)
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Trailhead

The trail starts at 54.2681° N, 115.5968° W.

Driving directions

Before you go

Carry an offline map and plan for no service in backcountry areas. Trails close for wildlife, fire, weather and construction. Check the official sources:

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Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30