Glenbow

Near Cochrane · Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park

Moderate · Out and back

Trail score 42 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Glenbow is a 6.2 km out and back trail near Cochrane in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. It runs 3.1 km each way. The route gains 97 m in total and tops out at 1,192 m. Hike Alberta rates it moderate. Allow about 1 hour 45 minutes of moving time. It meets Bow River Loop at 2.5 km, and passes six other mapped junctions. Between 1.3 km and 1.6 km a 0.3 km alternative with the same name runs beside the route. The distance and climb above follow this route only, not its branches. Also used for trail running and mountain biking.

Length: 6.2km; 3.1 km each way
Elevation gain: 97m
Estimated time: 1h45min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 1,192m
Lowest point: 1,111m

Elevation profile

1,111 m to 1,192 m

Highest point 1,192 m, lowest 1,111 m, 97 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 12% 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

1.7 kmShelter

Good for

Hiking, Trail running, Mountain biking
Dog friendly (on leash), Wheelchair friendly, Stroller friendly, Paved

Rankings

Trailhead

The trail starts at 51.1666° N, 114.3923° 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 11 trails in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park

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