That being said, we found one of the best trails in Alberta and it's beginner-friendly. Alberta is so packed with beautiful hidden gems that it's a shame to spend every weekend in the city. There are trails that go up both sides of the creek and it doesn't matter which one you choose. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail. We visited the suspension bridge first, walked around the area there, then decided to find another, slightly longer hiking route. Blackshale Suspension Bridge Hike Another one of the easy hikes in Kananaskis is the hike to the Blackshale Suspension bridge. This section to the bridge … Find event and ticket information. Blue skies, golden trees, and glittering water. Walking from the Black Prince Day Use Area – 300 m across the Smith-Dorrien Highway – the trail will lead you to the right. Eventbrite - Coaching with Lucinda presents Blackshale suspension bridge and Black Prince Trail- Beginner Guided hikes - Sunday, 23 August 2020 at Black Prince Cirque Trail, Kananaskis, AB. There are enough unique outdoor activities here that you could spend every weekend hiking to a new breathtaking waterfall or mountain vista. The Blackshale Suspension Bridge via Black Prince trail is a well maintained and even trail with mild elevation gain. The Blackshale Suspension Bridge is located along the Smith Dorrien Trail (Highway 742) and is actually part of something called the High Rockies Trail. Unfortunately, this idea… So if you have a fear of heights, pick the right side trail. Anyway. The suspension bridge may be the highlight of the hike, but the slow, elevated climb to the top can also be appreciated as the forest teems with life and colour. Folks, I love it here. Lots of time for enjoying the views and taking photos. Last weekend, we went hiking with friends. If you choose the leftmost trail though you will be forced to cross the suspension bridge. We will be starting with Blackshale suspension bridge, a nice easy stroll through the trees to the bridge 7km with minimal elevation gain. The High Rockies Trail is a more intense, 80 km trail that cuts through those three provincial parks I mentioned. The Blackshale Suspension Bridge Route is an easy, family-friendly trail with fantastic wildflowers, mountain views,… Read More High Rockies Blackshales Kostam Bridge is a 68 m green singletrack alpine trail located near Kananaskis Country Alberta. The trail is wide as well, making it accessible to a variety of people. Once we are at the parking lot - Up to you if you want to continue on to Black Prince trail to Warspite Lake. The highlight of this trail is the Blackshale Suspension Bridge. Because Canada is a peacock on show this time of year. Parking: Park on the side of the road for the Blackshale Suspension Bridge. While you can park along the Smith-Dorrien (highway 742) and make this a short 1 km hike, we recommend hiking to the Blackshale Suspension bridge from the Black Prince Day Use parking lot. Why? This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 8 m green climb. Parking and access to the High Rockies trail for the Black Shale Suspension Bridge from the Black Prince Day Use; Use the South Spray Lakes Map for trail directions and navigation.