The Hermit Trail in Glacier National Park of Canada is a challenging hike that leads to stunning alpine meadows and epic views. Located just two hours west of Banff, the trailhead is easy to find along the TransCanada Highway, about 2 km east of the Rogers Pass Discovery Center. The trail may be short, but it's steep, gaining 823 meters in elevation over 7 km roundtrip. Hikers can also camp at the picturesque Hermit Meadows campground for an unforgettable overnight experience. Just be prepared for a tough workout on this steep and rewarding trail!

Distance/Difficulty: 7.4km, 827m elevation gain, rated as hard

Starting/Finishing point: Hermit trailhead parking

Leave No Trace Information: Keep on trails, road, & durable surfaces, pack out what you pack in

Privacy/Seclusion (estimate): lightly trafficked

Views & Scenery: alpine meadows, wildflowers, mountains, waterfall