Elbow Falls Picnic Area, Kananaskis Country.

Elbow Falls is open all year long located 35 minutes West of the City of Calgary. This area is a favorite picnic spot that fills quickly due to it's close proximately to the City of Calgary. There are lots of picnic tables located along the Elbow River that can be accessed by a paved trail leading to Elbow Falls. Several easy to moderate hikes can be found near the Falls. Prairie Mountain trail head is located just across the road. The summit of Prairie Mountain can be reached in about 2 hours. Another short easy, 1.25 hour hike up Powder Face Ridge offers a classic transitional view, prairies to mountains, with the city of Calgary just visible on the Eastern horizon. Another is Nahahi Ridge, starting at the West end of the Little Elbow campground. This hike offers exceptional views of Mount Glasgow and Mount Romulus, allow 3 hours return. You can also bring a mountain bike and ride the Powderface trail or ride around the Little Elbow, Big Elbow loop. The loop offers beautiful views of Mount Glasgow, Mount Cornwall, Outlaw and Banded Peaks, Mount Romulus and Mount Tombstone. Allow 6 to 8 hours to complete the loop on bike. There are also nice easy walks on groomed trails along the Little Elbow River. There is a lot to explore here. Goose Berry campground, Little Elbow and Paddy's Flat campground are located just East of here. Forgetmenot Pond day use picnic area located nearby is a short get away from Calgary and makes for a nice days outing. Several picnic tables can also be found at Forgetmenot Pond, the pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout. You'll need a fishing license to try out your luck.

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