Powderface Creek and Prairie Creek Loop (Keep Microspikes Handy)
Details
Trail Name: Powderface Creek Trail - Prairie Link - Prairie Creek Trail (Click link to see the AllTrails Map)
Difficulty: Easy
Trailhead: Powderface Creek Parking (Click link to see the Parking Area)
Trailhead Meetup Time: Sunday, March 16, 2026 at 9:30am
NOTE: Attendance - I may add or remove any attendee at my own discretion. Preference will be given to people with a good attendance record.
NOTE: Keep Microspikes Handy - Expecting snowy and icy areas in the creek.
NOTE: Difficulty - This is an easy hike. Primarily walking in the creek, with occasional minor uphills to climb along the way.
NOTE: Weather and Hike Day - All hike days are subject to change depending on the weather.
The latest round of snow has made for unsafe avalanche conditions. Let's stick to conservative terrain and enjoy a pleasant walk in Powderface Creek!
Weather: To be updated as we get closer to the hike day (usually 2 days before hike day).
Trail Details
Distance: Approx. 12.4 km (Loop)
Elevation gain: Approx. 300 meters
Time: Approx. 4 hours (including breaks)
Trail Description: From the parking lot, we will begin walking along the Powderface Creek trail. We will make our way to the Prairie Link trail and complete a loop back through Prairie Creek. We will take as many breaks as required along the way.
RECOMMENDED GEAR & SUPPLIES
- microspikes
- appropriate clothing - Late Winter - Medium wool clothing is recommended with a windbreaker/medium jacket. Waterproof pants and boots are important in winter. Cotton clothes are not good. Jeans are not good.
- gaiters - useful for keeping your socks dry
- hiking poles
- gloves/toque/balaclava - cooler temperatures, especially in the morning
- sunglasses
- personal first aid kit
- snacks/lunch
- water/warm drink (recommend 2 litres of water)
Suggested Ride Sharing Point:
Petro-Canada off Highway 1 and Highway 22.
Suggested Ride sharing fee: $15
Looking forward to a relaxing creek walk!