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Mount Bourgeau, Banff National Park

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Description:

 

Mt Bourgeau is a 22.5 km out-and-back trail. It is considered a challenging route, and it takes 10 hours to complete. There are three stages to the hike.

First stop will Bourgeau Lake at 7 km with an elevation gain of 840 m.

Second stop will be Harvey Pass after 9 km and an elevation gain of 1140 m. Harvey Pass offers great views of Sunshine Ski Resort.

The final stop will be Mt. Bourgeau after 11.3 km and an elevation gain of 1630 m. the views from the top are amazing and well worth the effort of making it to the top. It can be very windy at the top so please bring adequate clothing for much cooler temperatures.

If it is not a clear day we will stop at Harvey Pass for safety reasons.

Please note we will leave Edworthy parking lot at 7 am as this is a long hike.

• Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in weather or lack of registrants
• Carpooling: Use at your own discretion and what you are comfortable with.
• Washrooms may not be available - please be prepared to pack out what you bring in, such as
Toilet paper, etc.
• Please make yourself aware of the risks in participating in this sort of event and decide
accordingly.
• Don`t forget the usual items; bear spray, proper clothing, water, food, equipment and first aid kit.
• Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid19 symptoms.

Hiking Distance: 22.5 Kilometers Return / 10 Hours
Elevation Gain: 1630 Meters
Travel Distance: 130 Kilometers One Way / 90 minutes
Difficulty Level: Challenging

Rendezvous Point: North Edworthy Park, northeast corner. Please arrive 15 minutes before so we can arrange car pooling, as we will be leaving at 7:00 am sharp.

Please Note: No Pets Will be Allowed.

Date and Time

Saturday, August 19, 2023, 7:00 AM until 9:00 PM

Location

Edworthy Park, North Parking Lot, Look for a black Nissan Maxima
Map to Edworthy
Shaganappi & Montgomery View NW
Calgary, AB  
CAN

Event Host(s)

Poul Overgaard

Category

C - Hiking day trip carpool trip

Registration Info

Registration is required
Cancellation Policy:
If you register for an event but cannot attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible. Doing so allows others to register. Please email the event host(not the office) if you cannot cancel online.
All payments are final for paid events. Please review the charge(s) to understand what you are paying. Refunds may be considered in extenuating circumstances if the club incurs no cost or if the event is full and another member fills your spot. A $25.00 fee will apply.
Inform your event host and treasurer@calgaryskiclub.org as soon as possible.
Please arrange appropriate cancellation insurance.

Capacity

8 Total Slots
5 Available Slot(s)