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Hike Lake Louise Tramline and Fairview Lookout

About this event

                                    

Description:

 

Lake Louise Tramline - Follow in the footsteps – or trolley wheels – of travellers who, a century ago, were dropped off at the railway station and then ferried, by tram, on this 3% railway grade to the Chateau Lake Louise.

 

Fairview Lookout - Leaving from the boathouse on Lake Louise, this short, uphill hike offers you a unique look at both the lake and the historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

 

•  Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in government   

   restrictions.

•  No carpooling - meet at trailhead or at a junction and convoy to trailhead.

•  No food / snack sharing.

•  Bring your own wipes and hand sanitizer and a mask.

•  Social distancing and any other rules set out by authorities must be followed. Please respect

   others.

•  Washrooms may not be available - please be prepared to pack out what you bring in, such as

   Toilet paper, etc.

•  Please make yourself aware of the risks in participating in this sort of event and decide

   accordingly.

•  Don`t forget the usual items; bear spray, proper clothing, water, food, equipment and first aid kit.

•  Trip participants are asked to provide their cell contact information and emergency contact

    information to the trip coordinator, prior to, due to the 'meet at trail head' requirement.

•  Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid19 symptoms.

 

Hiking Distance:  11 Kilometers / Approximately 4 to 5 hours

Elevation Gain:  195 Meters + 100 Meters

Travel Distance:  182.5 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 57 Minutes

Difficulty Level:  Easy

 

Rendezvous Point:  North Edworthy Park, northeast corner.  Please arrive 15 minutes before so a vehicle convey can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.  

Event Coordinator:  For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator Lori at (403) 283-7386 or by email ldavidson@telus.net.  On the day of the event, call or text me at (403) 803-2953 if your plans have changed.

 

Guest Policy:  The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the club, attending an event at this time due to the pandemic situation and potential liability issues.  Once the government has lifted and has relaxed restrictions, guests are more than welcome to attend two events, as per the Calgary Ski Club Policy. 

Date and Time

Sunday, September 27, 2020, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM

Location

Edworthy Park, North Parking Lot
Map to Edworthy
Shaganappi Trail and Bowness Road N.W.
Calgary, AB  
CAN

Event Contact(s)

Lori Davidson

Category

I - Hiking

Registration Info

Registration is recommended

Capacity

12 Total Slots
5 Available Slot(s)