Groeneveld Trail resources – the following files are available:
- A Georeferenced PDF map (8MB)
- A vector PDF map (1MB)
- A zipped folder containing a KML file of the trail (3KB)
- A zipped folder containing a shapefile of the trail (3KB)
Description:
A strenuous hike from valley bottom to alpine meadows in the Park Ranges of the Rocky Mountains. Follows a historic sheep drive route. Possible starting point for long trips above timberline. The well-defined trail ascends for 5 kilometers to an elevation of 1798 meters. From here one may wander along the marked route to true alpine and thence wander freely. As with all alpine areas, there may be grizzlies in this area.
Getting There:
From Valemount follow Highway 5 north to Tete Jaune Junction, then take Highway 16 west past the Dunster Station Road turnoff. From there, begin watching the side road names on your right: Lee Road, Read Road and McNaughton Road. Turn right on McNaughton road and continue straight ahead. The trail begins at the back of a gravel pit at the end of the road. It is hard to find at first; follow flagging tape.
Distance from Valemount: 58 Km.
Hiking Times:
Allow 5 hours round trip to the timberline.