Gwynne Section

The huge valley starting at Gwynne and containing the Battle River as it flows eastward across Alberta, was created in a few days. At the end of the last ice age, glacier water trapped by ice formed huge Lake Edmonton. The water finally broke through the ice at Gwynne and the whole lake emptied, creating the magnificent valley we will overlook.

This hike offers a medium-level challenge. There are several ups and downs and some interesting stiles, but also a good amount of flat land. The pictures from September 24th, 2023.

The hike will leave from A57 on Highway 822 at about 10:00 a.m.. Participants should proceed there directly on their own, but should check the website prior to departure in case of a change.

If you are new to WTA hikes, then you should visit the Guided Hikes webpage for essential information. For further information specific to this hike, refer to The Waskahegan Trail Guide Book, pages 46-47, or contact the Hike Leader John S..

Here are the stories of previous hikes:

• September 2023
• August 2022
• October 2020
• September 2019
• October 2018
• May 2017