Centre Of Alberta
Near Swan Hills · Centre of Alberta Natural Area
Trail score 28 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality
About this trail
Centre Of Alberta is a 5.4 km out and back trail near Swan Hills in Centre of Alberta Natural Area. It runs 2.7 km each way. The route gains 85 m in total and tops out at 834 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 1 hour 30 minutes of moving time. It meets Dry at 1.9 km, and passes two other mapped junctions. Along the way you pass Geographical Centre of Alberta. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.
- Length
- 5.4km
- 2.7 km each way
- Elevation gain
- 85m
- Estimated time
- 1h30min
- Moving time
- Route
- Out and back
- Highest point
- 834m
- Lowest point
- 808m
Elevation profile
808 m to 834 mHighest point 834 m, lowest 808 m, 85 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 11% 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.
Along the way
- 2.7 kmGeographical Centre of AlbertaHistoric site
Good for
- Hiking, Walking, Trail running, Mountain biking
- Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
- Historic site
Trailhead
The trail starts at 54.4965° N, 115.0372° W.
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:
Nearby trails
All 3 trails in Centre of Alberta Natural Area
Trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL
Government of Alberta, Open Government Licence Alberta
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30