Cobb Lake Route Guide
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Route Description for Cobb Lake
On a hot summer day, a hike to Cobb Lake is a good option if you’re near Radium. The hike is primarily in the forest, so you have shade on most of the hike. Before starting this hike, make sure to check the status of this hike, as there are often Bear Closures. You can check the status on the Parks Canada Bulletins page.
Start at a large and well-signed trailhead, and immediately follow the Cobb Lake trail, a clear trail that goes through the forest. The trail feels magical as it makes you make your way through the forest and thick beautiful foliage.
The trail initially descends to Swede Creek before climbing back up on the other side to Cobb Lake. Cobb Lake is a pretty lake, though it doesn’t have the stunning beauty of other lakes in Kootenay National Park.
Return the way you came back to your car. The ascent up from Swede Creek can be tiring if you are not used to hiking.
Find other great hikes in Kootenay National Park:
Insider Hints for Cobb Lake
- If you are with little legs, keep in mind that the descent to Swede Creek will now be an ascent on the way out.
- This Cobb Lake trail, like many in Kootenay National Park, is often closed due to bear activity. Check the status on the Parks Canada Bulletins page, and be sure to respect the signs and closures.
- Stop at Radium Hot Springs afterwards for a relaxing dip in the restorative hot springs. For hot days, continue 15 minutes past Radium to Invermere, and go for a dip at Kinsmen Beach!
Getting to the Cobb Lake Trailhead
From Radium, go East on the 93S highway to Banff for 15 km and look for the Cobb Lake parking lot on the right.Route Information for Cobb Lake
When to do:
June - October
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
High
Route Type:
Out and back
Cobb Lake Elevation Graph
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Lovely trail with few ascends that my little ones enjoyed.
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Beautiful trail. Good trail for a quick hike.
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It's amazing how this short hike can be rewarding once done with a group than when done alone. I've been here a couple of times before alone.
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Lovely hike in Kootenay. We saw many bear signs such as scat on the trail but no bears. Definitely make sure to bring some bear spray!
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Amazing trail. Good trail for a quick hike in Kootenay. Stunning views of Cobb Lake.
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Wonderful trail and surroundings. Plenty of spots to take pictures. Lots of people around too.
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was there last year and it was a great length, good trail, and very few bugs
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- 02:30
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Beautiful trail without the fuss! The views are absolutely gorgeous. Autumn is definitely the best time to go if you want to the brilliant color of the thick foliage.
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I prefer Olive Lake but this one is not that bad at all!
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Kids-friendly hike. Extremely doable for them and I am glad they enjoyed the trip.
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