Windy Shot
Near Redcliff · Medicine Hat
Trail score 47 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality
About this trail
Windy Shot is a 2.4 km out and back trail near Redcliff. It runs 1.2 km each way. The route gains 63 m in total and tops out at 720 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 45 minutes of moving time. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.
- Length
- 2.4km
- 1.2 km each way
- Elevation gain
- 63m
- Estimated time
- 45min
- Moving time
- Route
- Out and back
- Highest point
- 720m
- Lowest point
- 675m
Elevation profile
675 m to 720 mHighest point 720 m, lowest 675 m, 63 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 10% 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 50.0473° N, 110.7749° W.
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 167 trails in Medicine Hat
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City of Medicine Hat open data
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30