Description: Cox Hill Ridge Trail is a fairly strenuous trail that climbs steadily to a flat, grassy hilltop over the top of Cox Hill and connects with the Jumping Pound Ridge Trail. The summit is a superlative, stunning, panoramic viewpoint, superior to Moose Mountain, because that massif, looking unfamiliar from this direction, is also included in the view. The most recent claim to fame though, is that it is the highest point on the Trans Canada Trail.
Special Pandemic Conditions:
• Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in government restrictions.
• No carpooling - meet at trailhead or at a junction and convoy to trailhead.
• No food / snack sharing. • Bring your own wipes and hand sanitizer and a mask.
• Social distancing and any other rules set out by authorities must be followed. Please respect others.
• 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.
• Trip participants are asked to provide their cell contact information and emergency contact information
to the trip coordinator, prior to, due to the 'meet at trail head' requirement.
• Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid-19 symptoms.
Hiking Distance / Duration: Day Hike, 4 to 5 Hours
Distance: 6.2 Kilometers to Summit (12.6 Kilometers Out and Back)
Height Gain: 923 Meters (3030 Feet)
High Point: 2218 Meters (7280 Feet)
Difficulty: Moderate
Rendezvous Point: North Edworthy Park, Northeast Corner. Look for the White Ford Explore. Please arrive 15 minutes before so a vehicle convey can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
Driving Distance: 77.5 Kms One Way / Approximately 1 Hour and 10 Minutes
Event Coordinator: For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator Lori Davidson at (403) 283-7386. On the day of the event, if your plans change, you can call or text me at (403) 803-2953.
Guest Policy: The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the club, attending an event at this time due to the pandemic situation and potential liability issues. Once the government has lifted and has relaxed restrictions, guests are more than welcome to attend two events, as per the Calgary Ski Club Policy.