Elbow Falls and Forgetmenot Pond
Alberta | 65km
This quick little there-and-back ride is a great option for those days when you need a little wind therapy but don’t have a lot of time.
Start your day in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains at the hamlet of Bragg Creek. Head south on Highway 22 toward Highway 66, following the long curves of the Elbow River. When you reach the end of the paved highway, venture onto the gravel Powderface Trail to reach Forgetmenot Pond. This stunning blue pond with clear mountain views is the perfect place for a coffee (pack your thermos) before heading back east.
Rolling back along the 66, turn into the Elbow Falls day use area. Park the bike and follow the walkway to get close-up views of these dramatic falls, then head back the way you came to Bragg Creek.
Note that the route west of Elbow Falls is closed annually from December 1 to May 14.
Ready for its close-up
Elbow Falls is a bit of a movie star, having featured in Jumanji: The Next Level as well as the dramatic opening scenes of The Bourne Legacy.
First published in 2024.
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