Hiking Trail / Waterfall
Wapta Falls Main Trail
Golden, British Columbia
Widest waterfall in Yoho National ParkScenic forested trailDramatic Kicking Horse River canyonExcellent early morning photographyRocky shoreline explorationAccessible for most fitness levels
About Wapta Falls Main Trail
The Wapta Falls Main Trail is a popular 4.8 km return hike through beautiful forest leading to one of Yoho's most impressive waterfalls. The trail is manageable for most fitness levels, though the final descent to the falls base requires care. Arriving early offers peaceful solitude and unobstructed photographs.
Things to Do
Waterfall viewing
Photography
Wildlife spotting
Rock scrambling at falls base