A great family option
This trail is a great option for those looking at getting started with winter hiking.
Tershishner icefall makes for a great introduction to hiking in winter. This relatively short hike up a creek ends in a small icefall at the mouth of Tershishner Canyon. With little elevation gain, easy navigation and low commitment of time, this trail is a superb option for families. If there is lots of fresh snow, this trail can become much more difficult. The snow collects on the creek bed and can be notoriously deep; bring snowshoes just in case!
At a Glance
- Distance: 3.2 km return
- Elevation gain: ~85 m
- Challenge Level: Easy | Family Friendly
- Trail type: There and back
- Congestion: Minimal
- Management: Kiska / Wilson PLUZ
- Other Trail Uses: None
Trailhead: Approximately 26km west of Nordegg and 64km east of Banff National Park boundary.
