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Enjoy a 0.5-mile loop trail with a scenic waterfall and historic facts in Hard Luck Canyon, Alberta. The trail is moderately challenging and takes about 16 minutes to complete.
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- Whitecourt, Alberta, Canada
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When you find yourself in Whitecourt, turn south on West Mountain Road. On the main highway look for the blue tourist sign with an arrow telling you where to turn. Follow this road and the signs the whole way. The first half of the road is paved, then it turns to loose gravel. After about 20 minutes from the turn off in Whitecourt you’ll see the sm...
The hike into Hard Luck Canyon is only about 7-10 minutes from the parking lot. It’s a flat gravel trail through the birch tree forest. Informative and interpretive signage guides you the whole way. It explains how the geography has changed over the years and takes you back further in time the closer you get to the canyon. It’s an educational exper...
The Hard Luck Canyon hike is easy and short. The trail is flat, however the stairs to get down to the waterfall are steep, and can be very slippery when wet. We saw people of all ages and abilities go up and down these stairs no problem (but there are about 100 steps overall). Hard Luck Canyon is one of those hikes that’s super easy and has a great...
There are a few picnic tables tucked away throughout the looped forest trail. And the gravel parking lot also has pit toilets/outhouses. You might be able to do some fly-fishing in Hard Luck Creek, but the water is shallow and I’m not sure if there are any fish! There is no camping at Hard Luck Canyon.
If you live in or near Whitecourt, Hard Luck Canyon is definitely worth visiting as it’s only 20 minutes away. If you’re from Edmonton, I would recommend visiting on your way to Jasperto make the long drive more interesting. If you want to take the kids somewhere on a road trip on a hot summer day, this would also be a great idea. Especially since ...
If you’re from Edmonton looking for a day trip idea, you could head to Hard Luck Canyon and then drive home through Edson and stop at Apex Predator Brewing! In the summer they have a great patio, which is dog-friendly and kid-friendly (although you’ll have to bring your own beverages for the little ones).
Learn how to get to Hard Luck Canyon, a hidden geological gem with a waterfall and sandstone walls in Alberta. Find out the difficulty, amenities, best time to visit and more tips for this short and easy hike.
Hard Luck Canyon, Whitecourt: See 36 reviews, articles, and 37 photos of Hard Luck Canyon, ranked No.3 on Tripadvisor among 14 attractions in Whitecourt.
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Apr 7, 2021 · The Hard Luck Canyon is a short drive south of Whitecourt as you follow the Lost Creek and West Mountain Road. The canyon was carved out of the sandstone layers by Hard Luck Creek and reveal the Paskapoo formation which underlies most of Alberta.
Hard Luck Canyon is a unique geological feature carved by Hard Luck Creek through the sandstone layers of the Paskapoo Formation. Enjoy hiking, picnicking and viewing the falls and canyon walls at this scenic site near Highway 43.
Hard Luck Canyon is a stunning natural attraction carved by a creek through sandstone layers. Learn about its history, see the waterfall, and enjoy the views in any season.
Sep 30, 2020 · There's a hidden gem just two hours from Edmonton called Hard Luck Canyon. Near Whitecourt, Alberta, you'll find an easy ten minute walk through a wide pathed birch forest, opening up to a bridge with a staircase down into the canyon.
