Firesmart 15 18

Near Nordegg · Goldeye Lake Provincial Recreation Area

Easy · Out and back

Trail score 40 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Firesmart 15 18 is a 2.2 km out and back trail near Nordegg in Goldeye Lake Provincial Recreation Area. It runs 1.1 km each way. It is close to flat, staying between 1,363 m and 1,383 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 40 minutes of moving time. It meets Firesmart 19 20 at 1.0 km. Much of the route follows Black Canyon Creek. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.

Length: 2.2km; 1.1 km each way
Elevation gain: 39m
Estimated time: 40min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 1,383m
Lowest point: 1,363m

Elevation profile

1,363 m to 1,383 m

Highest point 1,383 m, lowest 1,363 m, 39 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 10% 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, Walking, Trail running, Mountain biking
Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
River or creek

Rankings

Trailhead

The trail starts at 52.4443° N, 116.1807° 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 3 trails in Goldeye Lake Provincial Recreation Area

Trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30