Featuring a breathtaking suspension bridge, two river crossings (North Saskatchewan and Siffleur), a boardwalk portion, panoramic canyon and mountain views, lush forested sections, the quietude of the Alberta backcountry and 3 thundering waterfalls – Siffleur Falls Trail is a impressive hike.
The first portion of the hike meanders past the North Sasktachewan River…
Cross the beaming suspension bridge over the North Saskatechwan River as you take in the sites around you…
Next, follow the expansive wooden boardwalk through the wind-swept flatlands of the Kootenay Plains…
Once the boardwalk ends, a gravel road will lead you to the Siffleur Falls River crossing…
Again cross the scenic river and enjoy panoramic wide-open views…
Follow the path upwards and alongside the steep canyon. Enjoy the impressive views while obeying the posted safety signage. Use precaution while enjoying this naturally stunning hike…
This leads you to the Siffleur Falls viewpoint, with safe viewing vantage points of the beautiful waterfall from the guard-railed platforms. Again, keep on the path and use precaution…
If time, energy and curiosity permits – hike on another 2 1/2 kilometres to the second waterfall and yet another 1 1/2 kilometres to the third waterfall. However, if all you have time for is the first waterfall, that’s okay – this 4km David Thompson Country hike offers breathtaking views and plenty of adventure. Definitely one to add to your Alberta bucketlist.
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March 1, 2018
12 Great Instagram Pictures of David Thompson Country – Winter 2017/2018
So many people are taking such great pictures in David Thompson Country that we have to share some of them. It has been a wonderful winter with lots of snow, cold temperatures to freeze up the lakes and waterfalls, and enough wind to keep a certain lake clear most of the time. We love the […]
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January 12, 2022
“Nordegg In Winter” Book Release
Brett Pawlyk and Annabelle Oung have just released a new book, “Nordegg in Winter”, a companion to their previous book, “David Thompson Country: A Scrambling Guide.” It can be purchased at the Nordegg Canteen, the Beehive Artisans Market in Nordegg, or on Amazon.ca, and coming to more stores across Alberta soon. Here is the Introduction […]
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July 28, 2020
Trail Blazers Proving the Need for the David Thompson Highway
The following are some of the stories about getting the David Thompson Highway built from Rocky Mountain House out to the Banff National Park. Thank you to the Rocky Mountain House Museum for sharing their information and pictures with us. “Rocky Mountain House was the end of the road west, literally, until local businessman Ernie […]