Loudon Creek Hike or Bike David Thompson Country

Loudon Creek trailhead is located on the Kootenay Plains next to the David Thompson Highway (#11) 210km west of Rocky Mountain House at the Siffleur Falls parking lot. A 4.5 hour drive from Edmonton, 3.5 hours from Calgary. If you're traveling from Calgary the route through the National Parks is shorter then heading through Rocky Mountain House. On foot allow 2 hours return to Loudon Creek, approximate elevation gain is 60m, 6.5km return. Park at the Siffleur Falls staging area then follow the well worn trail down to the North Saskatchewan River. Cross the very long suspension bridge over the north Saskatchewan River then follow the long wooden boardwalk. This area is very dry and sensitive to wind erosion. Over time, one footprint can lead to a large wind blown hole. Once you're across the boardwalk turn right and follow the old road until you reach Loudon Creek. From here you can follow Loudon Creek downstream to where it enters the North Saskatchewan River. If you're on a bike you can stay on the old road and ride all the way to the Warden Station in Banff National Park near the Saskatchewan River Crossing. The trail is no longer maintained past Loudon Creek so expect to see several trees that have fallen across the trail. There are several hiking trails located in this area. To mention a few, Alexander Henry's Trail, Siffleur Falls, Crescent Falls Hike, Hoodoo Creek Hike, Kinglet Lake Hike, Two O'clock Ridge Hike, Tuff Puff, Vision Quest Hike, Windy Point Ridge, Allstones Creek Hike, Allstones Lake Hike, Ice Falls Two O'clock Creek, Coral Ridge Hike, Big Whirlpool & Whirlpool Ridge, Owen Creek, Cline and Coral Canyons are all located near here. You are in bear country.