Cox Hill from the south - Sat, Jun 13 2026

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Cox Hill from the south (6/13/2026)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Lusk Pass Trailhead

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 13 2026 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 12 2026 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5.5 - 6.5 hr plus driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: 13.2 km round trip
Elevation Gain: ~800 m

The trail starts with a climb up a forested side ridge with a zig-zag route then continues on a straighter path to the junction with Jumpingpound Ridge. We'll turn left to the Cox Hill Ridge trail. We'll lose a bit of elevation on the way and then more uphill to the summit. Lunch at the top of Cox Hill.

The pace will be moderate; slower on steeper uphills. Note that this hike does have over 700m of ascent (not a 'hill'!), so a moderate level of fitness is required to make this a safe and enjoyable outing. Faster hikers are welcome but will be expected to stay within view of the group.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/cox -hill-via- jumpingpound-ridge-trail

This event may be cancelled if the forecast is not favourable.

Required Items to Bring:
hiking boots / trail shoes
water
layers
food / snacks
appropriate clothing
Kananaskis Conservation Pass if driving

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
hiking poles
bear spray
bug spray
sunscreen and sunglasses

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) west and take the Highway 68 exit.

Turn left shortly after the Sibbald Lake camping turnoff, onto the Powderface Trail. The parking lot is the Lusk Pass trailhead parking; 7.5 km past the Dawson Equestrian lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

146Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $48.18 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Sunday, July 12, 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:

- 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: