Hero's Knob
Mountain in Alberta · 2,428 m
The hike up Hero's Knob
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Hero's Knob?
Hero's Knob is 2,428 m above sea level and lies in Alberta. Its prominence is 63 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Hero's Knob?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 3.7 km one way with 677 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 44 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Hero's Knob?
The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 3.7 km on foot · ↑ 677 m · about 3 h 44 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 8.9 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Hero's Knob in Conquer?
Yes — Hero's Knob is one of 12,621 peaks in Canada in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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