Barwell First Ridge

About this trail

Barwell First Ridge is a 3.5 km out and back trail near Diamond Valley in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone. It runs 1.7 km each way. The route gains 170 m in total and tops out at 1,666 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 1 hour 15 minutes of moving time. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.

Highest point 1,666 m, lowest 1,507 m, 170 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 22% over 100 m.

Good for

• Hiking, Walking, Trail running, Mountain biking
• Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
• Views

Rankings

• 9in Best easy hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 9in Best kid friendly hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 10in Best short hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 14in Best hikes with views in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 25in Best hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone

Trailhead

The trail starts at 50.7763° N, 114.5923° 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:

• Kananaskis trail reports
• Alberta Parks advisories and closures
• Alberta wildfire status

Nearby trails

• Barwell RidgeEasy · 4.5 km · 173 m gain · 0.0 km away
• Barwell Second RidgeHard · 12.4 km · 568 m gain · 0.0 km away
• Three Point Creek TrailHard · 12.4 km · 396 m gain · 0.5 km away
• Mesa Grind TrailModerate · 3.2 km · 227 m gain · 1.5 km away
• Mount Barwell RouteHard · 7.6 km · 515 m gain · 1.7 km away
• Death's Head RouteModerate · 4.8 km · 298 m gain · 1.8 km away