What is the GDT?
The Great Divide Trail, also known as the GDT, is a wilderness hiking trail that traverses the Canadian Rockies. Closely following the Continental Divide between Alberta and British Columbia, the GDT crosses the divide more than 30 times as it winds its way through some of Canada’s most remote and spectacular mountain landscapes. The trail begins in Waterton Lakes National Park at the Canada–US border—where it connects with the Continental Divide Trail—and extends north for approximately 1,095 to 1,200 kilometers (680–750 miles), ending in Kakwa Provincial Park.
With elevations ranging from 1,055 meters (3,461 feet) at Old Fort Point near Jasper to 2,585 meters (8,480 feet) at a remote pass above Michele Lakes, the trail offers a wide variety of terrain—from subalpine meadows and rugged peaks to dense forests and river valleys. It is home to a wide range of wildlife, including grizzly bears, moose, mountain goats, and more.
The Great Divide Trail is more than a hike—it’s an immersive backcountry experience, a challenge of endurance and skill, and a journey through some of the wildest, most majestic country in Canada.
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