Ribbon Pass

David Thompson Country

Easy · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 43 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Ribbon Pass is a 7.4 km out and back trail. It runs 3.7 km each way. The route gains 90 m in total and tops out at 1,644 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy, and Parks Canada rates it easy. Allow about 2 hours of moving time. At 2.3 km the trail forks. This route keeps right; the left fork is a 0.4 km side branch with the same name. The distance and climb above follow this route only, not its branches. Along the way you pass a campground. Also used for walking, trail running and horseback riding.

Length: 7.4km; 3.7 km each way
Elevation gain: 90m
Estimated time: 2h; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 1,644m
Lowest point: 1,555m

Elevation profile

1,555 m to 1,644 m

Highest point 1,644 m, lowest 1,555 m, 90 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 8% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 0% of route

0% LTE · 0% 5G

Longest modelled gap: 3.7 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

1.4 kmCampground

Good for

Hiking, Walking, Trail running, Horseback riding
Dog friendly (on leash)
Views, Camping

Trailhead

The trail starts at 51.7295° N, 115.5389° 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

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