Pigeon Mountain - Moderate Pace - Tue, Jul 28 2026

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Pigeon Mountain - Moderate Pace (7/28/2026)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Pigeon Mountain - Dead Man's Flats

Date(s) & Time:

Tue, Jul 28 2026 9:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Jul 27 2026 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6 -7 hours plus driving

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Julie
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: ~17-18 km round trip
Elevation gain: ~1000-1110m
Pace: Moderate

NOTE: The coordinator has not done this trail. Please allow time and patience for route finding.

We'll start by following the Skogan Pass Trail (very visible electrical power line right of way) for approx 4 km. A cairn will mark where to turn left and carry on another 1 to 2 km to another trail on the left marked by a "Living with Wildlife" sign. Now it's time to attack the steeper sections where the scenery opens up and we will have a clear view of our destination, the summit of Pigeon Mountain. Before calling it a day on the main summit, we'll head off to the lower summit. We'll retrace our steps a few hundred meters then ascend approximately 70 meters over a steep, loose rocky section. Within 15 -20 minutes, we will arrive at a wide-open flat meadow with a glorious view. We will descend off this second summit via the southeast ridge then reconnect with the Skogan Pass Trail and follow it back to the trail head.

Important Details:
This event is for hikers who have recently completed some events with similar distance, elevation, and pace.

Required Items to Bring:
Water
Lunch and snacks
Bear spray
Layers for all weather conditions, regardless of forecast
Bag for muddy boots
Cash for carpool driver

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Hiking poles
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Personal first aid kit
Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take Highway #1 west and turn off at the Dead Man's Flats exit (following the signs to Banff Gate Mountain Resort). Cross the overpass at Dead Man's Flats to the south side of Highway #1. Continue along the gravel road for approx 1.3km and turn right into the trail head parking lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

172Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $56.76 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Monday, September 14, 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.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: