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Mount McGillivray

Mountain in Alberta · 2,479 m

2,479 m
Elevation
160 m
Prominence
5.9 km
Hike length one way
51.0206, -115.1639
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Mount McGillivray

5.9 km
one way
1,366 m
of ascent
6 h 59 min
round trip

The route starts at McGillivray Creek and Canyon Trail Head — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

1,313 m5.9 km · 2,479 m

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Parking and starting point

1McGillivray Creek and Canyon Trail HeadRecommended
marked trailhead · northwest of the peak
5.9 km on foot · ↑ 1,366 m · about 6 h 59 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Rasteplass
parking · northwest of the peak
about 6.8 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Rasteplass
parking · north of the peak
about 7.5 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Mount McGillivray?

Mount McGillivray is 2,479 m above sea level and lies in Alberta. Its prominence is 160 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Mount McGillivray?

From McGillivray Creek and Canyon Trail Head it is about 5.9 km one way with 1,366 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 59 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Mount McGillivray?

The nearest starting point is McGillivray Creek and Canyon Trail Head (northwest of the peak) — 5.9 km on foot · ↑ 1,366 m · about 6 h 59 min round trip. Alternative: Rasteplass (northwest of the peak) (about 6.8 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 Mount McGillivray in Conquer?

Yes — Mount McGillivray 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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