Cox Hill - Moderate Pace - Sat, May 2 2026

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Cox Hill - Moderate Pace (5/2/2026)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Dawson Equestrian Day-Use Area: Sibbald Lake Recreational Area

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 2 2026 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, May 1 2026 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5-6+ hrs plus driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Leonard Kampel
Rhonda K
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: ~13 km round trip
Elevation Gain: ~780 m

The trail winds and switchbacks steadily upwards through forest with few opportunities to catch your breath. The tree cover doesn't allow for many viewpoints along the way but the summit boasts a full panorama of prairie, foothills, and nearby peaks.

The pace will be moderate and steady with short breaks as needed, but no sit-down stops until we reach the lunch spot at the top. If the top is too windy, we'll retreat back down a bit to shelter in or near the trees for lunch. Note that this hike does have over 700m of ascent, so a moderate level of fitness is required to make this a safe and enjoyable outing. This is NOT a beginner hike. Expect snow and ice on the trail. MICROSPIKES (OR SIMILAR TRACTION DEVICE) ARE MANDATORY.

Required Items to Bring:
Hiking boots
Microspikes
Water
Lunch, snacks
Appropriate clothing and layers
Toque and gloves
Bear spray
Plastic bag for muddy boots
Cash for carpool driver
Kananaskis Conservation Pass for drivers

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hiking poles
Gaiters
Camera
Personal First Aid Kit

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) West and take the Highway 68 exit. (Note: the road will turn to gravel once you enter the park and the old paved sections that follow have large potholes, so add some extra driving time to whatever Google suggests.)

Pass by the Jumping Pound Demonstration forest and the Sibbald Lake Camping area on the right. Turn left shortly after, onto the Powderface Trail. The parking lot is the Dawson Equestrian lot and it will be on your left.

NOTE: As of June 1st 2021, you will need a Kananaskis Conservation Pass to attend this event. Please see the Alberta Parks website for more information: Kananaskis Conservation Pass

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

135Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $44.55 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Monday, October 5, 2026). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

Please note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are NOT trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road, weather, and trail conditions for the trip.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: