Scalp Creek

About this trail

Scalp Creek is a 24.1 km out and back trail in Upper Clearwater/Ram Public Land Use Zone. It runs 12.1 km each way. The route gains 622 m in total and tops out at 1,915 m. Hike Alberta rates it moderate, and Parks Canada rates it easy. Allow about 7 hours 45 minutes of moving time. At 4.2 km a 1.0 km side branch with the same name splits off. The map also shows a separate section with the same name that is not part of this route. The distance and climb above follow this route only, not its branches. Along the way you pass a campground and a stream crossing. Also used for trail running, mountain biking and horseback riding.

Highest point 1,915 m, lowest 1,568 m, 622 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 22% over 100 m.

Along the way

1. 0.0 kmCampground
2. 0.1 kmStream crossing

Good for

• Hiking, Trail running, Mountain biking, Horseback riding, Backpacking
• Dog friendly (on leash)
• River or creek, Camping

Rankings

• 1in Best moderate hikes in Upper Clearwater/Ram Public Land Use Zone
• 2in Best backpacking trails in Upper Clearwater/Ram Public Land Use Zone
• 8in Best hikes in Upper Clearwater/Ram Public Land Use Zone
• 12in Best moderate hikes in David Thompson Country
• 15in Best backpacking trails in David Thompson Country

Trailhead

The trail starts at 51.7345° N, 115.5567° 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:

• Alberta Parks advisories and closures
• Avalanche Canada
• Alberta wildfire status

Nearby trails

• Well SiteEasy · 3.6 km · 42 m gain · 0.2 km away
• Old Forestry RoadEasy · 5.3 km · 151 m gain · 0.9 km away
• PastureEasy · 4.0 km · 75 m gain · 0.9 km away
• Bighorn CampgroundEasy · 1.2 km · 12 m gain · 1.0 km away
• Falls RouteEasy · 1.1 km · 35 m gain · 1.2 km away
• Well Site TrailModerate · 14.6 km · 461 m gain · 1.2 km away