Hikes More Than 10 km

Like the “Five Meadows Loop”, this hike route takes you from the Waskahegan Trail through three “off-trail” hay meadows. But beware: the middle section of this hike may look like a sly shortcut compared to the “Five Meadows Loop,” but that shortcut is through perennially dodgy terrain where you’ll need to exercise your route-finding abilities.

Starting from the U of A Access Road Gate, this hike traverses sections of the established Waskahegan Trail as well as a series of five “off-trail” hay meadows on a wide loop that takes you into the inner depths of the Ministik, eventually passing the Ministik Firetower.

This “2-Car” epic hike starts out at the U of A Access Road gate, and traverses both the north and southern Ministik. The first half is on the Waskahegan Trail; the second takes you through some potentially tougher terrain until you reach the established Nesbit Trail. Be aware: this hike will require both stamina and wayfinding abilities and is intended for experienced hikers.

This hike rates as “Expedition” for a reason: it’s just about 13 km and covers a good portion of the Ministik. It’s a convenient “2-Car” option though: the departure and destination trailhead are along the same country road.

This “2-Car” hike is an epic expedition that will take you through the heart of the Ministik. You’ll experience easy sections on a road and clear trails, and a series of open meadows where there are no trails. Note the hike’s difficulty rating: it’s one of the most challenging on this site.

This “2-Car” hike takes place exclusively on the Waskahegan Trail, the only trail in the Ministik that has trail markings and receives periodic maintenance. There are a couple of rough sections, and it’s relatively long at 13 km, earning it an “Expedition” rating on this site.

Starting from the Francis Edward Williams trailhead, this hike traverses sections of the established Waskahegan Trail as well as a series of five “off-trail” hay meadows on a wide loop that takes you into the inner depths of the Ministik, eventually passing the Ministik Firetower.