Scenic Hiking Trails Around Bodhi Canmore Spa

Canmore is full of natural beauty, and some of the best ways to take it all in are just steps from Bodhi Wellness Spa. Whether you’re looking to stretch your legs after a massage or soak up some fresh air before your appointment, there’s no shortage of places to wander. Here’s a guide to Bodhi’s 10 favourite hiking trails.

Three Sisters View Point

• Distance: 1 km loop

• Difficulty: Easy

• Elevation Gain: 15 m

This short loop leads to a hidden gem with panoramic views of the iconic Three Sisters peaks. It's an ideal spot for photography, a peaceful moment of reflection, or a gentle stroll.

Three Sisters, Canmore AB

Policeman’s Creek Boardwalk Trail, Canmore AB

Policeman’s Creek Boardwalk Trail

• Distance: 4 km out-and-back 

• Difficulty: Easy

• Elevation Gain: 84 m

  
  

Stroll through Canmore on wooden boardwalks surrounded by wetlands and meadows. This flat trail is perfect for a morning walk, birdwatching, or spotting wildflowers in the warmer months. 

Larch and Bow River Loop

• Distance: 6.6 km loop

• Difficulty: Easy

• Elevation Gain: 150 m

  
  

This loop offers a perfect opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of Canmore through a mix of forested paths, riverside views, and open meadows. An ideal choice for a leisurely walk after a relaxing massage.

Bow River, Canmore AB

Grassi Lakes, Canmore AB

Grassi Lakes Interpretive Trail

• Distance: 4 km out-and-back

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Elevation Gain: 210 m

  
  

This serene trail in Canmore is perfect for a gentle outdoor escape. Choose the easy route for a peaceful walk leading to a breathtaking turquoise lake or take the slightly more challenging path through the forest, where you’ll pass a soothing waterfall and take in panoramic views of Canmore and the Bow Valley.

Canmore Hoodoos Loop

• Distance: 5 km loop

• Difficulty: Moderate

• Elevation Gain: 263 m

Discover a hidden gem with unique sandstone hoodoo formations and scenic views over Canmore. It’s a great mid-level hike that’s typically less crowded than the other popular summits.

A display of Hoodos, Canmore AB

Quarry Lake, Canmore AB

Quarry Lake Loop via Highline Loop

• Distance: 5.8 km loop

• Difficulty: Moderate

• Elevation Gain: 284 m

Starting with an easy stroll around Quarry Lake, this trail soon climbs into a scenic forest, offering lovely lookouts over the Bow Valley. This loop includes some uneven terrain, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear.

Mount Lawrence Grassi

• Distance: 9.3 km out-and-back

• Difficulty: Difficult

• Elevation Gain: 1102 m

This trail is a quieter, challenging hike with forested switchbacks that lead to a rugged alpine ridge. The final stretch to the summit has loose rock and steep slabs, so take your time and watch your footing. From the top, the views of the Three Sisters and surrounding peaks are absolutely worth it.

Mount Lawrence Grassi, Canmore AB (Courtesy of kananaskistrails.com)

Ha Ling Peak Viewpoint, Canmore AB

Ha Ling Peak

• Distance: 7.4 km out-and-back

• Difficulty: Difficult

• Elevation Gain: 763 m

A local classic and one of Canmore’s most iconic peaks. The well-maintained switchbacks make the steep climb manageable, and the summit views over the Bow Valley are unforgettable. Microspikes are recommended in spring and fall when conditions can be icy.

Mount Lady Macdonald

• Distance: 10.3 km out-and-back

• Difficulty: Difficult

• Elevation Gain: 950 m to the helipad/ 1271 m to the true summit

Looking for a challenging hike that rewards you with some of the best views in the Bow Valley? Mount Lady Macdonald (often called Lady Mac) is a classic Canmore trail that offers two distinct summit options, perfect for tailoring the hike to your comfort level.  Most hikers aim for the old helipad, a large flat area with jaw-dropping panoramic views that make a perfect lunch spot. 

If you’re feeling more adventurous, the trail continues after the helipad along a narrow, exposed ridge to the true summit, adding another 300+ vertical meters. This section involves hands-on scrambling and considerable exposure, recommended only for experienced hikers comfortable with heights and loose rock.

Mount Lady Macdonald Viewpoint, Canmore AB

The Furthest Peak of EEOR, Canmore AB

East End of Rundle (EEOR)

• Distance: 4.8 km out-and-back 

• Difficulty: Difficult (Scramble)

• Elevation Gain: 823 m

A challenging and rewarding scramble up the eastern edge of Mount Rundle. Steep and rocky with some hands-on climbing near the top so this hike is best suited for experienced hikers. EEOR includes incredible views over Ha Ling and Canmore.

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After time spent on the trails, give your body the care it deserves with a post-hike recovery massage at Bodhi Canmore Spa.

Whether you're easing out of a gentle stroll along Policeman’s Creek or descending from the summit of East End of Rundle, our treatments are thoughtfully designed to support every body, at every pace. After time spent exploring Canmore hiking trails, give your body the recovery it deserves.

Choose from a range of therapeutic options tailored for recovery. A deep tissue massage works into areas of tension, restoring ease and mobility where your muscles need it most. For deeper release, myofascial cupping therapy helps boost circulation and relieve lingering soreness from time on the trail. If relaxation is your goal, the steady warmth of a hot stone massage will melt away fatigue and soothe sore joints, perfect after a day on your feet.

Lastly, extend your recovery in our hot tubs and steam room, where gentle heat helps calm inflammation, soften tight muscles, and helps bring your body back into balance.

Nature and nurture, Bodhi style.

Before you hit the Canmore trails, plan ahead and book your post-hike recovery session at Bodhi, just minutes from your favourite trailheads.  Explore our full massage menu, or book your treatment online!