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Trapper Lea's Loop

Near Swan Hills · Central Alberta

Hard · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 19 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

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About this trail

Trapper Lea's Loop is a 42.3 km out and back trail near Swan Hills. It runs 21.1 km each way. The route gains 666 m in total and tops out at 938 m. Hike Alberta rates it hard. Allow about 12 hours 15 minutes of moving time. Also used for backpacking.

Length
42.3km
21.1 km each way
Elevation gain
666m
Estimated time
12h15min
Moving time
Route
Out and back
Highest point
938m
Lowest point
836m

Elevation profile

836 m to 938 m
937837 0 km21.2 km

Highest point 938 m, lowest 836 m, 666 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 18% 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, Backpacking
  • Dog friendly (on leash)

Rankings

Trailhead

The trail starts at 54.5551° N, 115.1540° 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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Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30