Wapta Falls — Local services in Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)

If you are going in winter, make sure you know that 1) not much parking space at the trailhead (maybe 8 cars max) so get there early 2) there is a 2km walk from the parking area to the start of the trailhead - then another 2.4 or so km to get to where you can see the falls. The hike is not difficult but it can be time consuming so make sure to bring snacks/water and ice cleats help - especially when you get to the falls. Because we forgot snacks, we did not get to the bottom of the falls which would've been awesome. But the climb back up did not look appealing to us. Come prepared so you can go all the way! Bathrooms only at the start of...

Easy trail. But will be good if u have a hiking stick as the trail may be muddy. Able to access to the bottom of the falls. Great view with snow mountain in the background and bonsai island in the downstream. U can picnic and the bottom of the falls. The falls is wide and full of positive gushing energy. Love it. One of my favourite falls where where is space for everyone to get a good view. 3 view points. Easy to first view pout. Downslope to 2nd and 3rd viewpoint. Be care careful of the cliff near the second viewpoint where there is no fence so don’t go over enthusiastic with your...

Important tip: Don’t just Google “Wapta Falls” — it might take you down a long, pothole-filled gravel road. Instead, search “Wapta Falls Main Trail” for the proper parking lot. Way smoother and much easier on your vehicle!

Now for the hike — it’s a beautiful forest trail that leads to a stunning, powerful waterfall. You’ll hear it before you see it. You can stop at the lookout or take the extra trail down to the base for an up-close view (and maybe a good soaking). The trail can get muddy, so bring decent footwear. Definitely...