Sentinel Pass

Sentinel Pass, located in the Canadian Rockies near Sentinel Pass trailhead, offers a steep alpine hike with rewarding views of Larch and Paradise valleys. This high mountain pass features tight switchbacks that climb above the treeline, giving hikers a sense of adventure as they gain elevation. From the top, travellers can look down into Larch Valley on one side and Paradise Valley on the other, taking in dramatic peaks, ridgelines and sweeping glacially carved terrain. The trail’s steady ascent and exposed sections make it better suited to prepared hikers comfortable with elevation and changing mountain weather. Those who take on the challenge are rewarded with a classic Canadian Rockies viewpoint that showcases Alberta’s wild, open spaces and a powerful sense of scale.