Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Login or Signup

Discover

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Discover

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Things to Do around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) is a region in British Columbia, Canada, defined by its position amidst the Rocky, Purcell, and Selkirk Mountains. The landscape features significant natural elements such as the large Kinbasket Lake, the Kicking Horse River, and various waterfalls and canyons. This diverse geography provides a setting for several outdoor sports, including hiking, jogging, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. The terrain offers a range of elevations and natural features suitable for different activity levels.

Things to…

87

Routes

4.7

(782)

Average rating

7866

People visited

Loading
Hiking in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)See all
placeholder

4.8

(179)

2,220

hikers

Emerald Lake – Emerald Lake loop from Emerald Lake

5.57km

01:28

50m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Easy
placeholder

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
placeholder

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Hard
placeholder

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Easy
Sign up for free to see 47 more hikes Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake).

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

placeholder

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
placeholder

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
placeholder

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Easy
placeholder

18

runners

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
Sign up for free to see 11 more runs Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake).

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

placeholder

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Moderate
placeholder

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

Moderate
placeholder

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Moderate
placeholder

20

riders

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
placeholder

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

Moderate
placeholder

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

Moderate
placeholder

12

riders

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

Hard
Sign up for free to see 5 more rides Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake).

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

placeholder

5.0

(1)

18

hikers

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate
placeholder

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
placeholder

Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Easy
placeholder

14

riders

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
placeholder

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
placeholder

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
placeholder

3.0

(1)

10

riders

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard
Sign up for free to see 6 more rides Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake).

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

Top attractions in the region

Emerald Basin

Gorge

Explore the region

Hiking around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Most popular attractions in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

Places to see

Collections

Great Divide Trail – Section A to E: Waterton to Maligne Lake

Hiking Collection by

Canada's Alberta

Nearby adventure guides

Things to Do in White Goat Wilderness Area

Things to Do in Siffleur Wilderness Area

Frequently asked questions

What outdoor activities are available in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, and Road cycling. The region features 140 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.63 stars from over 2,700 ratings. More than 25,000 visitors have explored the area.

What are the best hiking trails in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

The region offers 93 hiking routes, ranging from valley paths to alpine ascents. Popular options include trails accessed via Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, such as Dogtooth Ridge and Terminator Ridge. For more information on local trails, refer to the Hiking around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) guide.

Are there easy or family-friendly hiking trails in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

Yes, Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) provides easy hiking options suitable for families. The Easy hikes around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) guide lists routes with less elevation gain and shorter distances. Wapta Falls Trail and Lake O'Hara Shoreline Trail are examples of accessible options.

What mountain biking opportunities are available in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort features a bike park with over 35 km of trails and more than 3,700 vertical feet of diverse terrain. Trails range from easy singletracks to technical descents with various features. The Golden Cycling Club also highlights Mount 7 and the Moonraker trail system for mountain biking. Consult the MTB Trails around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) guide for more details.

Where can I find cycling routes in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

The region offers various cycling routes for different fitness levels, including both paved and unpaved surfaces. Options like the Moraine Lake Road loop and the Kicking Horse River loop provide diverse experiences. More information can be found in the Cycling around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) guide, which covers touring and road cycling.

What natural landmarks or viewpoints are in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

The area is characterized by majestic mountains, glacier-fed lakes like Kinbasket Lake, and the Kicking Horse River. Notable features include Wapta Falls and Takakkaw Falls, as well as various viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of the Purcell and Rocky Mountains. The region also contains unique geological formations such as the Burgess Shale.

Are there specific guides for different activities in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Hiking around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake), Running Trails around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake), and MTB Trails around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake). Guides for easy hikes, waterfall hikes, mountain hikes, and road cycling are also available.

What is the official website for Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

The official website for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, which includes Area A, is csrd.bc.ca. For specific resort information, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort's website is KickingHorseMountainResort.ca and Kinbasket Lake Resort's is kinbasketlakeresort.com.

How popular is Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) on komoot?

Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) is a popular destination on komoot, with over 25,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 140 routes have received more than 2,700 ratings, averaging 4.63 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.

Are there trails specifically for running or jogging in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

Yes, many of the well-maintained trails in the region are suitable for running and jogging. The Running Trails around Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) guide provides specific routes tailored for joggers. These trails offer diverse terrain for various running preferences.

What types of terrain can be expected on trails in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)?

The terrain in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake) is diverse, ranging from valley paths and forest service roads to challenging alpine ascents. Hikers and bikers can encounter varied surfaces, including buffed singletracks, technical descents with rocks, roots, and logs, and trails through alpine meadows. The region is surrounded by the Rocky, Purcell, and Selkirk Mountains.

Store rating

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures.

or

Join komoot Now

Store rating
Explore
RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
Download the app
Follow Us on Socials

© komoot GmbH

Privacy Policy