Fireweed Loop

Fireweed Loop is a 0.2 km (0.12 mi) loop through shaded forest at the Continental Divide. The named loop takes about 15 minutes. From the day-use lot, this mapped walk follows a shared approach to the smaller loop and returns on the same path, about 0.35 mi all in. It is an easy, quick stop to stretch your legs and notice how the forest is recovering after fire; it will not feel like a destination hike. Allow about 20 minutes if you stop at the signs.

The Vermilion Pass wildfire burned this area in 1968. Parks Canada points visitors toward marks the fire left behind, and interpretive signs tell the story of forest regeneration. Slow down and look at the trees around the trail; the point here is seeing regrowth up close, not chasing a viewpoint.

Park at the Continental Divide day-use area on Highway 93 at Vermilion Pass, about 96 km north of Radium Hot Springs. The short loop branches from a longer connected Fireweed path. This route includes the approach to the small loop and the return along that shared path; it does not include the longer loop. Dogs are allowed on leash, and visitors should stay on designated trails.