Paddy's Flat Campground Alberta Kananaskis Country.

Paddy's Flat campground is located in the Rocky Mountains Kananaskis country, 35 minutes west of Calgary and 14km east of Gooseberry campground. There are 98 well treed Campsites available on a first come first serve basis. The campground fills fast on weekends due to it's close proximity to the City of Calgary. This campground offers campsites for both tents and larger RV's, amphitheatre, playground, interpretive trails, dry toilets and water. Dry firewood is available here for a fee. This is bear country, food and food related items must be stored properly. There are several easy to moderate hikes located just west of here. A short easy, 1.25 hour hike up Powder Face Ridge offers a classic transitional view of, prairies to mountains, with the city of Calgary just visible on the eastern horizon. Moose Mountain, Moose Mountain Ice Cave, Prairie Mountain and Forget Me Not Ridge are also easy to moderate 3.5 hour hikes. Another is Nihahi Ridge, starting at the west end of the nearby Little Elbow campground. This hike offers exceptional views of Mount Glasgow and Mount Romulus, allow 3 hours return. You can also bring a mountain bike and ride it around the Elbow Loop. The Elbow Loop offers beautiful views of Mount Glasgow, Mount Cornwall, Outlaw and Banded Peaks, Mount Romulus and Mount Tombstone. Allow 6 to 8 hours to complete the Elbow Loop on bike. There are also nice easy walks on groomed trails along the Little Elbow River. There is a lot to explore here. Forgetmenot Pond day use picnic area located a few km's west is a short get away from Calgary and makes for a nice days outing. Several picnic tables can be found here and the pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout. You'll need a fishing license to try out your luck. Elbow Falls is also located a few Km's east of here.

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