The Great Divide Trail (GDT) is a wilderness hiking trail in the Canadian Rockies. The GDT closely follows the continental divide between Alberta and British Columbia, crossing the divide no fewer than 30 times. It begins in Waterton Lakes National Park at the Canada-US border (where it connects with the Continental Divide Trail) and ends 1,095 kilometres to the north in Kakwa Provincial Park.
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Great Gear and Great Trails Go Together: The GDTA Partners with Durston
The Great Divide Trail Association is proud to announce a significant multiyear sponsorship with Durston. Designed in the Canadian Rockies…
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GDT Updates for 2026
All Trip Planning Resources have been updated for 2026. This includes our Maps, Campgrounds, Itineraries, and Permits pages, as well…
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Waypoints – November 2025
Huge Announcement! IN THIS ISSUE Announcement – Pre-sales – FarOut – Blaeberry Crossing- Film Fest
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The Great Divide Trail Association is a Canadian not‐for‐profit corporation and registered charitable organization headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, responsible for maintaining, promoting and protecting the Great Divide Trail.
The Great Divide Trail Association works with regional partners to coordinate trail improvements, maintenance and protection. We are supported by members, volunteers and hikers who make the Great Divide Trail experience possible.
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From our Blog
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Great Gear and Great Trails Go Together: The GDTA Partners with Durston
The Great Divide Trail Association is proud to announce a significant multiyear sponsorship with Durston. Designed in the Canadian Rockies…
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A Huge Thank You for an Incredible Trail Supporter Campaign
This year’s Trail Supporter Campaign was nothing short of inspiring. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised $46,112.39…
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2025 Hiker Hang Tag Results
What We Heard From Hikers This Year Some of the best moments of the season didn’t happen on the trail.…
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