Sideshow Bob

Near Calgary · Dale Hodges Park

Easy · Out and back

Trail score 30 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Sideshow Bob is a 2.4 km out and back trail near Calgary in Dale Hodges Park. It runs 1.2 km each way. The route gains 61 m in total and tops out at 1,097 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 45 minutes of moving time. It passes two mapped trail junctions. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.

Length: 2.4km; 1.2 km each way
Elevation gain: 61m
Estimated time: 45min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 1,097m
Lowest point: 1,065m

Elevation profile

1,065 m to 1,097 m

Highest point 1,097 m, lowest 1,065 m, 61 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 15% 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

Rankings

Trailhead

The trail starts at 51.0843° N, 114.1649° 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 1 trails in Dale Hodges Park

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