The Carthew-Alderson Trail is considered to be one of the most visually rewarding hikes in the Waterton area.  It is a 19 km (11.8 mile) trek from the shores of Cameron Lake to the windblown pass known as Carthew Summit (2377 m/7800 ft).

From this majestic vista overlooking Glacier National Park in Montana, you will descend to Carthew Lakes and down further still to the cliff-surrounded Alderson Lake.  A peaceful forest walk back to the Waterton Village ends the day with a wonderful vantage point of Cameron Falls.

A full day adventure, the Carthew- Alderson Trail is moderately difficult and can take up to 8 hours to experience - but it is well worth the effort.  Tamarack Outdoor Outfitters in the Village offers a daily shuttle to Cameron Lake to make this one-way hike both convenient and efficient.