Porcupine Ridge Trail
Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.4 mi (8.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,133 ft (650 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 6,798 ft (2,072 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Peak: Porcupine Ridge 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Porcupine Ridge Trail
How long is Porcupine Ridge Trail?
Porcupine Ridge Trail is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,133 ft (650 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,798 ft (2,072 m).
How hard is Porcupine Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Porcupine Ridge Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Porcupine Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Porcupine Ridge Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (34% under trees).
What can you do on Porcupine Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Porcupine Ridge Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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