Quirk Mountain

About this trail

Quirk Mountain is a 8.9 km out and back trail near Redwood Meadows in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone. It runs 4.4 km each way. The route gains 431 m in total and tops out at 1,885 m. Hike Alberta rates it moderate. Allow about 3 hours 30 minutes of moving time. It meets Viagra Ridge at 3.6 km and Show and Shine at 3.8 km, and passes two other mapped junctions. Along the way you pass the summit of Mount Quirk. Also used for trail running.

Highest point 1,885 m, lowest 1,530 m, 431 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 27% over 100 m.

Along the way

1. 4.3 kmMount QuirkSummit · 1,905 m

Good for

• Hiking, Trail running
• Dog friendly (on leash)
• Summit, Views

Rankings

• 5in Best moderate hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 6in Best hikes with views in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 6in Best summit hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone
• 9in Best hikes in McLean Creek Off Highway Vehicle Public Land Use Zone

Trailhead

The trail starts at 50.8031° N, 114.6574° 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:

• Kananaskis trail reports
• Alberta Parks advisories and closures
• Avalanche Canada
• Alberta wildfire status

Nearby trails

• Show and ShineModerate · 4.7 km · 292 m gain · 0.6 km away
• Valley TrailModerate · 8.4 km · 398 m gain · 2.2 km away
• Mount Quirk TrailEasy · 3.0 km · 176 m gain · 2.4 km away
• Widow MakerModerate · 3.1 km · 270 m gain · 2.5 km away
• Cow PieEasy · 2.6 km · 171 m gain · 2.8 km away
• Roller BearingEasy · 2.6 km · 113 m gain · 3.0 km away