Thompson Creek Viewpoint

Thompson Creek Provincial Recreation Area

Easy · Out and back

Trail score 48 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

Thompson Creek Viewpoint is a 1.7 km out and back trail in Thompson Creek Provincial Recreation Area. It runs 0.9 km each way. The route gains 84 m in total and tops out at 1,423 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 40 minutes of moving time. Also used for walking.

Length: 1.7km; 0.9 km each way
Elevation gain: 84m
Estimated time: 40min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 1,423m
Lowest point: 1,380m

Elevation profile

1,380 m to 1,423 m

Highest point 1,423 m, lowest 1,380 m, 84 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 21% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 0% of route

0% LTE · 0% 5G

Longest modelled gap: 0.9 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
Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
Views, River or creek

Rankings

Trailhead

The trail starts at 52.0068° N, 116.6250° 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 Thompson Creek Provincial Recreation Area

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