Swift Creek Loop
- Area: Valemount
- Length: 9KM
- Elevation Gain: 0M
- Shelter: None
Trail Description
The trail follow the dikes upstream along the Swift Creek before climbing a very dry bench. The climate gets wetter as the trail ascends the Swift Creek drainage. Crossing the creek on a footbridge , the trail winds through bottom land cedar forest before ascending to join the old road on benchlands above. Eventually as early-day road junction is reach. Follow signs to avoid private property. You will arrive at 5 Mile Road. To complete the Swift Current Loop descend 5 Mile Road, turn left on Hillside Drive, at the end of Hillside Drive turn right and walk back along Main street to your vehicle.
Trail Access
Cross the railway tracks on 5th Avenue at the east end of Valemount, turn left and proceed for 1 km northwest on main street to the bridge over Swift Current Creek. Park near the bridge.
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