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Double Black

Near Nordegg · David Thompson Country

Hard · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 15 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

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About this trail

Double Black is a 2.7 km out and back trail near Nordegg. It runs 1.4 km each way. The route gains 307 m in total and tops out at 1,851 m. Hike Alberta rates it hard. Allow about 2 hours of moving time.

Length
2.7km
1.4 km each way
Elevation gain
307m
Estimated time
2h
Moving time
Route
Out and back
Highest point
1,851m
Lowest point
1,561m

Elevation profile

1,561 m to 1,851 m
1,8511,561 0 km1.4 km

Highest point 1,851 m, lowest 1,561 m, 307 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 45% 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)

Trailhead

The trail starts at 52.4465° N, 116.2823° 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:

Nearby trails

All 377 trails in David Thompson Country

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