Powderface Creek and Ridge Trail - Wed, Apr 16 2025

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Powderface Creek and Ridge Trail (4/16/2025)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kananaskis (near Bragg Creek)

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Apr 16 2025 9:30 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Apr 15 2025 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

Approximately 5-6 hours plus ~one hour drive each way (depending on where you live)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Brent
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

5 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Approximate Distance: ~16.6km return.
Elevation Gain to Pass: ~699m

The early part is along a level trail with most of the elevation gain being in the last 3 km. Once the pass has been reached, a wonderful view of the Powder Creek Valley is available. From there, for those that dare, it’s another kilometre up the ridge! We should be back at the parking lot around 3pm.

Note that we will take a few breaks along the way and we will plan to have lunch at the pass. Expect snow, ice and mud - it’s that wonderfully sloppy time of year!

Our pace will be moderate during the uphill portions and brisk for the balance.

To preview this route, search for Powderface Creek and Ridge Trail on AllTrails:

Required Items to Bring:
Required Items to Bring:
- Micro Spikes or Icers
- Plenty of water (~1L )
- Lunch
- Bear Spray
- Clothing appropriate to the conditions.
- Plastic bag to put muddy footwear in

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking poles
- First-aid kit
- Gators
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Bug Spray (for ticks)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take HWY 22x West to Bragg Creek. Travel west on Hwy 66 toward Kananaskis. The Powderface parking lot is to the right, just before the winter gates. I’ll be in Blue Toyota Yaris

Notes:

Winter Safety Considerations Terrain Classification: Permitted as front range terrain.

Coodinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip.  
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Cost & Payment:

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