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Track 18

Near Swan Hills · Central Alberta

Hard · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 13 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

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About this trail

Track 18 is a 25.8 km out and back trail near Swan Hills. It runs 12.9 km each way. The route gains 576 m in total and tops out at 1,222 m. Hike Alberta rates it hard. Allow about 8 hours of moving time. Also used for backpacking.

Length
25.8km
12.9 km each way
Elevation gain
576m
Estimated time
8h
Moving time
Route
Out and back
Highest point
1,222m
Lowest point
1,002m

Elevation profile

1,002 m to 1,222 m
1,2221,002 0 km12.9 km

Highest point 1,222 m, lowest 1,002 m, 576 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 30% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 100% of route

73% LTE · 27% 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, Backpacking
  • Dog friendly (on leash)

Trailhead

The trail starts at 54.9138° N, 115.7670° 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:

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All 279 trails in Central Alberta

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