Forgetmenot Ridge - Fri, Jul 31 2026

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Forgetmenot Ridge (7/31/2026)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Little Elbow Trailhead, Kananaskis Country

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Jul 31 2026 8:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jul 30 2026 4:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~6 hours + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Marcel B
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: approx. 14km
Elevation gain: approx. 715m
Pace: Moderate

The trail begins with an initial very steep ascent, however we will be rewarded with a scenic 3km alpine cruise after our efforts. The trail should give great views of the foothills and front ranges..

Please ensure that you have completed at least a couple of hikes of similar difficulty this season prior to registering for this event.

NOTE: : There will be a creek crossing so please bring water sandals with you.

Required Items to Bring:
Hiking Boots
Warm Layers (no jeans/cotton)
Rain/Wind Jacket
Lunch
Water (2L)
Sunscreen/ Mosquito Repellant
Bear Spray
*$ or Park Pass
$ for carpool
***Sandals***

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-Hiking poles
-Gaiters(for mud)
-Personal first aid kit

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take the Trans Canada Highway 1 west from Calgary and turn South on 22 toward Bragg Creek. At the 3 way stop sign at Bragg Creek, turn left to stay on Highway 22. Reset odometer to 0. Turn west (right) onto Highway 66 and continue west. At 22km pass a left fork...continue straight. At 31kms turn left. (Do not follow unpaved road straight ahead) At 32km, pass Forgetmenot Pond day use area on left and continue to the dayuse lot on the left

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

138Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $45.54 (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:

- 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:

Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: