Detour

About this trail

Detour is a 2.9 km out and back trail near North Cooking Lake in Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area. It runs 1.4 km each way. The route gains 42 m in total and tops out at 759 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 50 minutes of moving time. It passes one mapped trail junction, at 0.6 km. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.

Highest point 759 m, lowest 747 m, 42 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 11% over 100 m.

Good for

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

Rankings

• 8in Best easy hikes in the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
• 8in Best short hikes in the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
• 8in Best kid friendly hikes in the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
• 18in Best hikes in the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area

Trailhead

The trail starts at 53.4715° N, 112.8964° 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:

• Alberta Parks advisories and closures
• Alberta wildfire status

Nearby trails

• Don's WayModerate · 7.3 km · 123 m gain · 1.3 km away
• SiksikaModerate · 11.2 km · 161 m gain · 1.4 km away
• WanisanModerate · 11.0 km · 121 m gain · 1.4 km away
• Ed's WayEasy · 4.0 km · 18 m gain · 1.6 km away
• GrouseEasy · 2.8 km · 53 m gain · 2.1 km away
• Spruce HollowEasy · 4.5 km · 35 m gain · 3.2 km away