Powder Face Ridge Trail In Alberta Kananaskis Country.

The Powder Face Ridge trail has two trail heads (Map), one located 100 meters past Elbow Falls and the other South approach shown in the picture below, located at the Little Elbow campground turn off. The trail winds it's way up through a Spruce and Pine forest, opening onto a beautiful mountain meadow that leads to Powder Face ridge. Approximate elevation gain is 500 meters, allow 3 hours for a return trip from the summit. In September of 2008, there was a blow down near the South start of the trail. Blow downs are rare events, they are caused by very strong winds that are funneled into one spot by the local geography. The pictures showing the fallen tree's show the impact and strength of these winds. This trail offers excellent views of Mount Glasgow, Mount Cornwall, Outlaw Peak and Banded Peak. The view from the summit offers a classic transitional view of, prairies to mountains, with the city of Calgary visible on the Eastern horizon. Powder Face Ridge is a perfect hike for getting your summer legs back in shape.

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