Near Great Divide Trail: Window Mountain Lake Bypass Alternate Route
Seven Sisters and Crowsnest Mountain in the distance looking southeast from the trail just east of Racehorse Pass.

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Great Divide Trail: Window Mountain Lake Bypass Alternate Route

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A gentle trail through the forest to avoid the rugged access to Window Mountain Lake.
1.4
mi
Distance
537
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedViewsWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.36mi
Distance
537ft
Elevation Gain
320ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
6,524ft
High Point
6,128ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Great Divide Trail - Section B (Coleman to Kananaskis Lakes) Alternate Route. This Alternate Route bypasses the hike up and back to Window Mountain Lake that is not recommended for horses due to steepness and minor scrambling. Please see the resources listed above under Need to Know for up to date detailed descriptions and valuable hiker information.

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