Commonwealth Creek is a relatively mild hike under normal conditions but on this day the knee-deep snow in the upper meadow put our lead mules to the test.
Chester Lake is a favorite and especially when you add in the extra jaunt up to the Elephant Rocks where we have spread the ashes of Binger, Ceili, Oggie, and Jasper.
This trail is close to Canmore and on the shorter side with less elevation than most hikes. It's a bit boring as it's in the trees for the majority of the hike with limited views.
Barier Lake Lookout trail is a steady but not extreme climb to a couple of different viewpoints that provide panoramic views of Kananaskis Country and from Canmore to Calgary.