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Ink Pots Hike - Banff National Park



Description:  

 

This 6 kilometer one way hike into the famous and scenic Ink Pots and surrounding meadows.  The -Ink Pots are mineral rich pools with the interesting colors that are breathtaking!  The blue-green color of the ponds never ceases to amaze and the mountain scenery surrounding is nothing short of spectacular.  So, what are the Ink Pots?  The Ink Pots are a series of five cool springs where spring water percolates up through the sand and gravel. 

 

•  Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to inclement weather or forest fires.   

   restrictions.

•  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.

•  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 Covid19 symptoms.

 

Hiking Distance:                  12 Kilometers Return / 3 to 4 Hours

Elevation Gain:                    529 Meters / 1735 Feet

Maximum Elevation Gain:  1750 Meters / 5750 Feet

Travel Distance:                  150 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 45 Minutes

Difficulty Level:                   Easy to Moderate

 

Rendezvous Point:  North Edworthy Park, North Parking, Northeast Corner / Middle.    Look for the White Ford Explorer.  Please arrive 15 minutes before (7:45 a.m.) so carpooling can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.  

Event Coordinator:  For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator me at (403) 283-7386 or by email ldavidson@telus.net.  On the day of the event, call or text me at (403) 803-2953 if your plans have changed.


Please Note: 
A minimum of 4 members are required for the event to go ahead as scheduled.

Policy on Pets:  As this is a busy trail, no pets allowed.  

Guest Policy: 
The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member attending an event at this time. 

 

Please ensure to purchase your Parks Canada Discovery Pass ahead of time.
When:
Sunday, July 2, 2023, 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM
Where:
Edworthy Park, North Parking Lot, Northeast Corner / Middle. Look for the White Ford Explorer
Map to Edworthy
Shaganappi & Montgomery View NW
Calgary, AB  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Lori Davidson
Trip Coordinator
Category:
I - Hiking
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Cancellation Policy:
Paid Events
All payments are final. Please review the charge(s) and know what you are paying.
Refunds may be considered in extenuating circumstances, if there is no cost to the Club, 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.

Free Events
If you register and cannot attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible. Doing so ensures we are not waiting for you and allows others to register. Please email the event host if you missed the cancellation cut-off date and cannot cancel online.
Capacity:
15
Available Slots:
10
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