Devil's Thumb and The Big Beehive | Banff National Park | Alberta Canada

Smokey day for a hike 😔.
Head out to know this 12.7-km out-and-back trail near Lake Louise, Alberta. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 54 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
This route includes the trailhead to Devil's Thumb which is located directly across from the trail to the Big Beehive lookout. This trail does not appear on any parks signage, as Parks Canada does not want people who are unprepared to wander onto this difficult trail unintentionally. As such, this route should only be attempted by more experienced hikers. This trail has incredible views along the way and the possibility to see more than four glaciers at the top! It's well worth it for the views over Lake Agnes, Lake Louise, and the Victoria, Lefroy, Aberdeen, Mitre and Horseshoe Glaciers.
The latter portion of this trail involves some extremely steep scrambling on loose rocks and dirt. It is advised to make a mental note of the place where the hiking trail ends and the scrambling section begins, as it can be easy to miss on the descent. The trail is very narrow and exposed with a steep drop on one side. Proper hiking shoes with good grip are very strongly recommended. Gloves and hiking poles may also be useful.
Mosquitoes are notoriously bad on this trail, particularly on the scrambling section, so bringing plenty of insect repellent is recommended. This trail should be avoided in wet weather conditions, as it will become extremely slippery and dangerous. It is imperative to listen for warnings of falling rocks from other hikers, and warn those below you if you dislodge a rock. Even smaller rocks can cause serious injuries on steep slopes.
The trail is often very crowded between Lake Louise and Lake Agnes. The Tea House at Lake Agnes is very busy, and there is no garbage/recycling bin at the tea house as the staff are responsible for trekking supplies up and down the mountain. Please help the staff and keep the park clean by being prepared to pack out any garbage from visiting.
During the winter months, this trail is exposed to avalanche hazard so visiting is not recommended between mid-October and mid-June. If you still decide to attempt this route, bringing ice cleats is recommended.
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