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Battle Creek Trail

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Saskatchewan

Battle Creek Trail

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Battle Creek Trail

02:10

7.82km

140m

Hiking

The Battle Creek Trail is a fascinating part of the Fort Walsh National Historic Site in southwest Saskatchewan. Pack your water bottle and camera and get ready for this hilly route, which ranges from easy gravel paths to adventurous backcountry trails. Look out for the diverse flora and fauna and the horses that roam free in their natural environment. You’ll have the opportunity to spot rare bird species and various fish, such as rainbow trout. Picnic areas provide the opportunity to stop and take it all in.

Along the shore is Fort Walsh, where you can experience the history of the Canadian West up close. Take a guided tour, participate in workshops, and learn more about the time of the Northwest Mounted Police in the 1870s. Be inspired by the vastness of Canada and the openness of the people who live here.

by Destination Canada

Last updated: October 25, 2024

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978 m

Battle Creek Trail

Highlight • Trail

A wonderful historic trail through southwestern Saskatchewan. Do your research before you hike. Get in touch using the contact link below before you set off, as conditions along the trail can vary greatly depending on the weather. This way you'll be on the safe side. parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/sk/walsh/info/contact

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4.13 km

Battle Creek

Highlight • River

Battle Creek originates in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park in Alberta and flows through a diverse landscape that is perfect for explorers. With a length of 203 kilometers, the river meanders through the countryside while you have the opportunity to observe rare bird species in the surrounding grasslands. Historically, Fort Walsh was built on the banks of Battle Creek. Here, with a little luck, you can see specimens of a diverse fish population, including the famous rainbow trout.

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7.22 km

Fort Walsh

Highlight • Historical Site

Fort Walsh is a national historic site in southwestern Saskatchewan. It offers visitors a glimpse into the history of western Canada in the 1870s, when the Northwestern Mounted Police ruled the region. Here you can experience Canadian history in an open-air museum of sorts, with guided tours and workshops available. Admission is free for youth, and you can purchase season passes to explore other historic sites in the region, such as Grasslands National Park and Fort Battleford.

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7.82 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.81 km

1.65 km

282 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.89 km

2.10 km

1.52 km

305 m

Elevation

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Monday 25 May

27°C

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August 21, 2024

The Battle Creek Trail is a fascinating part of the Fort Walsh National Historic Site in southwest Saskatchewan. Pack your water bottle and camera and get ready for this hilly route, which ranges from easy gravel paths to adventurous backcountry trails. Look out for the diverse flora and fauna and the

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