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Elbow River Traverse – Harvey Passage loop from 4 Street Southwest

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Calgary

Elbow River Traverse – Harvey Passage loop from 4 Street Southwest

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4.5

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runners

Elbow River Traverse – Harvey Passage loop from 4 Street Southwest

01:37

15.5km

70m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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2.68 km

The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

Highlight • Historical Site

Located where the Bow and Elbow Rivers meet, The Confluence marks the birthplace of Calgary and the site of the original Fort Calgary built in 1875. This area has long …

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Elbow River Traverse

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Elbow River Traverse is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge spanning the Elbow River, just upstream from its confluence with the Bow River. Opened by the Calgary Municipal Land Corporation, …

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6.55 km

High Water Channel (Class 3 Rapids)

Highlight • River

This section of the Bow River near Pierce Estate Park is known for its trio of consistent rapids, making it a popular run for kayakers and rafters during higher flow …

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8.03 km

Harvey Passage

Highlight • River

Harvey Passage is a man-made whitewater channel on the Bow River, designed for safe kayaking, rafting, and surfing near the western edge of Pierce Estate Park. The passage includes both …

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8.28 km

Bow River

Lake

10.9 km

St Patrick's Island Public Boat Launch is a fantastic spot to take in an unobstructed view of the Calgary Skyline. There is a small boat launch here, parking and a large covered area helpful for escaping rain or snow.

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11.3 km

The Rise Fire Pit

Highlight • Rest Area

The Rise Firepit is perched on a manmade hill, The Rise, on Saint Patrick Island. In the winter when there's enough snow, you're sure to find some kids tobogganing here, …

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11.6 km

Trout Beach

Highlight • Beach

Trout Beach is a small pebble beach with a few long concrete benches to relax on. This beach sits along the banks of the Bow River and has a nice …

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14.4 km

Mosaic Art Structure, Prince’s Island Park

Highlight • Monument

15.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

669 m

367 m

231 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

4.05 km

889 m

222 m

218 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Elbow River Traverse – Harvey Passage loop from 4 Street Southwest

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Elbow River Traverse – Harvey Passage loop from 4 Street Southwest

The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

Elbow River Traverse

High Water Channel (Class 3 Rapids)

Harvey Passage

View of Calgary Skyline

The Rise Fire Pit

Trout Beach

Mosaic Art Structure, Prince’s Island Park

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