Easily one of the best hikes in the Canadian Rockies, Cory Pass is a great hike close to town with wonderful alpine views under big cliff faces. It's one of the more physically demanding hikes we recommend to visitors. It is a good start for those considering bigger objectives around the Canadian Rockies.

You'll need decently strong legs to climb Cory Pass. It's a steep grind-up with a quick elevation ascent until you reach the top of the pass, where you'll climb nearly 1000 meters in 5 km. Once in the pass, the mountains encompass you, leaving you humbled by the scale. You get some tremendous views of Mt. Louis and its huge vertical rock face. It's a popular objective for experienced rock climbers.