Highwood Pass & Kananaskis Trail (AB-40)
The highest paved public road in Canada at 7,238 feet. Winds through alpine meadows, scree slopes, and towering limestone peaks of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park with frequent grizzly bear and bighorn sheep sightings.
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The undisputed epicenter of motorcycle culture in the eastern United States, sitting at Mile 0 of the Tail of the Dragon (US-129). An electric, adrenaline-fueled carnival of sportbikes, adventure tourers, and interstate cruisers. Smells of warm tire rubber, two-stroke exhaust, and hickory smoke.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Highwood Pass & Kananaskis Trail (AB-40)? ▼
Highwood Pass & Kananaskis Trail (AB-40) spans 92 miles and packs approximately 240 curves (2.6 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 4,100 ft - 7,238 ft (Highwood Pass) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Longview (Cowboy Trail / AB-22), AB (Latitude 50.5333, Longitude -114.2333) and finishes at Kananaskis / Trans-Canada Hwy 1, AB (Latitude 51.0847, Longitude -115.0594).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.