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Kananaskis

Read's Tower Route — Spray Valley Provincial Park

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Alberta
Kananaskis

Read's Tower Route — Spray Valley Provincial Park

Moderate

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Read's Tower Route — Spray Valley Provincial Park

03:40

7.15km

850m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2025

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Spray Valley Provincial Park

Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park

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1.50 km

Spray Valley Provincial Park

Highlight • Natural

Stretching through the heart of Kananaskis Country, Spray Valley Provincial Park is known for its rugged peaks, turquoise lakes, and abundant wildlife. The park surrounds Spray Lakes Reservoir and offers …

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1.74 km

Read’s Tower Route

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Read’s Tower Route starts off gently along the Sparrowhawk Tarns Trail before breaking away and heading straight into the climb. You’ll gain elevation quickly through forest switchbacks, and once you …

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3.37 km

Read's Tower

Highlight • Summit

If you’re hiking Read’s Tower in Spray Valley Provincial Park, be ready for a steady climb that pays off fast. The trail starts along the Sparrowhawk Tarns route before branching …

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7.15 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

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6.73 km

370 m

Surfaces

6.64 km

327 m

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Friday 29 May

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