Powderrface East Ridge Trail

If anyone wants to join me on this hike, I am a bit slow on the incline.

Carpool meetup location: Somerset LRT Station, East parking lot, opposite to Tim Hortons parking lot
Carpool Meetup time: 8:15 AM

Trailhead Meetup time: 9.30 AM
**Location:**PowderFace East Ridge Trailhead (Please note we will start at the earlier trailhead - not the main Powderface Trail one)
Duration: 4-6 hours,
Distance: 4.5 km
Difficulty: moderate
Elevation gain: around 400 m

Please let me know if you are meeting at Somerset station parking lot or at the trailhead

Powderface East Ridge Trail, Alberta, Canada - 761 Reviews, Map | AllTrails

This less traveled route to the top of Powderface Ridge is less busy, but is much steeper than the main trail. It starts off in a large meadow following an old logging road for about a kilometre, after which it becomes a narrow trail through the forest. It gets progressively steeper as you gain elevation, with bare rocks and roots. There are great views from the top, where you can continue north, south, or west along the ridge. Parking can be found at the pullout at the side of the road. Head into the field behind the informative sign. You will see what looks like an old jeep trail blocked off by multiple stumps of wood. That is the start of the trail, and rest of the trail is fairly well marked with flags throughout.

RECOMMENDED GEAR & SUPPLIES

· walking/hiking poles - very useful for ascending and descending steep sections
· gaiters - very useful to keep snow out of your shoes
- microspikes -
· appropriate clothing / layers - Carry layers so you can remove and add layers as needed. No cotton, no jeans. Wool clothing is recommended - wool keeps your body warm and keeps moisture away from your skin.
· personal first aid kit
· snacks/lunch
. water