Looking for staging area's

[Taz56]

I am new to snowmobiling. NOT looking to go to the mountains, looking for local riding area's, trails, ditch banging and so on..... I live in Calgary but am looking from say the Caroline area all the way South.... I really do not have any boundries except they should be in Alberta......

Now here is my question. I have a Garmin 450 GPS...... Anyone have any waypoints I can put in for Staging Area's... If I can find a staging area, somewhere to drop off my truck and trailer while I go for the day I will be able to figure out the rest.......

If not can I get some really good detailed directions and so on so I can find my way there?


BIG PLEASE AND THANK YOU...

 

[Taz56]

No-one?

Any help is appreciated everyone..... I just want to get out and ride.

 

[catmando]

Head down too Blairmore and there is a place called Atlas Staging Area as well as few more in that area,The crowsnest pass has a lot to offer if thats not to far for ya!
catmando!

 

[catmando]

A little farther there is Sparwood which also has a couple staging areas like Corbin.Pm Quadtrash he is always inviting people to ride with and he is in your area,great guy!
Exept he is a Doo guy! LMAO!
He may have some good suggestions as well!

 

[JMCX]

Cataract/Etherington creek are west of Longview in K-country. Lots of trail signage but snow can be thin. It's in the mountains but beginner friendly.

 

[Taz56]

Thanks everyone... I will look for the signs and see what I find...... It is not just that I am a first timer, I also do not have a mountain sled...... so it is both.....

 

[catmando]

Kreep in mind the Crowsnest pass has one of the largest Family Friendly Trail Systems in Alberta something like 2000 miles of groommed trails with breathtaking scenery!
And a little wind to go with it from time to time LOL!

 

[medler]

Thanks everyone... I will look for the signs and see what I find...... It is not just that I am a first timer, I also do not have a mountain sled...... so it is both.....

Even if you just want to putt around a 136 or something would be fine in these areas,,as long as you dont venture to far off a trail..

 

[Taz56]

Kreep in mind the Crowsnest pass has one of the largest Family Friendly Trail Systems in Alberta something like 2000 miles of groommed trails with breathtaking scenery!
And a little wind to go with it from time to time LOL!

Thanks... And I will for sure be heading there as that sounds great,

Not to sound un-grateful, that is more than 2 hours away, anything closer? Or am I screwed being in Calgary?

 

[catmando]

Wish I could help you but Calgary is not the best location for snow!
catmando!

 

[medler]

Thanks... And I will for sure be heading there as that sounds great,

Not to sound un-grateful, that is more than 2 hours away, anything closer?

Maclean Creek or Waipourus areas,,,but usually not much snow,,and i think there is certain times as well,but not postive on that,,,I could be wrong

 

[pistonbroke800]

The Olds snowmobile club has a staging area and trail system. It is located straight west of Bearberry about 3-4 miles. Follow the pavemant through Bearberry untill it takes a tight turn to the north. At that curve you can drive straight off the pavement onto gravel. Follow that west straight into the staging area.

 

[Taz56]

I have been to bearberry many times....... I can find that.

Thanks

 

[cooper]

Just go to the crowsnest pass hit atlas you ll be hooked for life and yes calgary sucks for sledding hot spots happy new year and have a blast .

 

[Taz56]

Thanks...... I will still hit Crowsnest pass for sure.

 

[pistonbroke800]

I have been to bearberry many times....... I can find that.

Thanks

Just trying to help you out man sorry if i offended

 

[bhowes]

Jason i am going out on sunday to atlas your are more than welcome to join will be easy trail riding for sure as im still on the mend will send you a pm w/ my #'s and maybe i can con trashy into coming out too er sorry convince doug ya thats it

 

[Taz56]

I spoke with the wife, as long as I am still alive after our New Years Party I am clear to go......

 

[Zar]

Head down too Blairmore and there is a place called Atlas Staging Area as well as few more in that area,The crowsnest pass has a lot to offer if thats not to far for ya!
catmando!

X2 for what Catmando is posting. You can get around with a trail sled on the trails. Also south of Blairmore ( Atlas South ) is easy going until you step off the trail

 

[Smithys]

I am new to snowmobiling. NOT looking to go to the mountains, looking for local riding area's, trails, ditch banging and so on..... I live in Calgary but am looking from say the Caroline area all the way South.... I really do not have any boundries except they should be in Alberta......

Now here is my question. I have a Garmin 450 GPS...... Anyone have any waypoints I can put in for Staging Area's... If I can find a staging area, somewhere to drop off my truck and trailer while I go for the day I will be able to figure out the rest.......

If not can I get some really good detailed directions and so on so I can find my way there?


BIG PLEASE AND THANK YOU...

Hey Taz56,

Send me a PM with your email address and I will send you any maps I have on file for the different staging areas in the south.