The Top 5 Mountain Passes around Kananaskis
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Kananaskis and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
View of Mount Rundle
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Mount Rundle stretches for over 12 kilometers from Banff to Canmore in the Bow River Valley. The mountain has seven prominent peaks and can be considered a small mountain range. …
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View of the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
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Just a short walk from Spray Lakes Road, you’ll reach a rocky shoreline with open views toward Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, where ski and biking trails wind across the …
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Burstall Pass
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A beautiful trail leads to the Burstall Pass, coming from Mudd Lake, near Spray Lake. You climb the glacier heights and cross the Burstall Creeks. The trail starts slightly and …
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Highwood Pass
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very popular early season ride. You might see a bear, or an e-biker along the way. Best to stay clear and wait a little while until the road is clear
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Along Kananaskis Trail
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The Kananaskis Trail leads along Highwood Pass, Canadas highest paved road. Enjoy panoramic vistas and the towering Canadian Rockies around you. Keep in mind that there is just a small …
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