Hike: Black Rock Mountain

My events are always weather dependent. If mix mash of rain/thunderstorms the hike will be rescheduled.

Should you need to cancel, please do so within 24hrs to event.

🛑 Please refrain sending me messages telling me why you should be added to the confirmed list! Firstly, they’ll be ignored and secondly you’ll be left on the waitlist!

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Always looking for something new. So here we have it. A hike/light scramble and getting there is half the adventure. This event can only go ahead if we have high-clearance SUV-type vehicles or trucks for the carpool (which your coordinator does not have, nor a vehicle of any sort). Travel is on approximately 20km of rough gravel road each way, as well as through a dry riverbed. Preference is given to those who can commit to driving to make this hike happen. Others will be placed on the waiting list until enough appropriate vehicles are available.

Black Rock Lookout sits atop this standalone mountain, offering views to Devil's Head, Mt. Aylmer, the valleys of the Ghost River and Waiparous Creek, and even the Calgary (I know.....) skyline. Enroute, we'll be rewarded with rocky slopes, cliffs, a large plateau, and the packtrail reaching the summit (which has a very short section of slight exposure).

The difficulty in reaching this trailhead makes it feel like one is heading into the wilderness.

https://bobspirko.ca/Hiking/BlackRock/BlackRock.htm
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/black-rock-mountain

Forecast:
https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Blackrock-Mountain-Alberta/forecasts/2462

Hike Stats
Distance: 10km +/-

Elevation: 870m +/-

Carpooling Fee: $15 per passenger.

Pace
Slow on incline, moderate on flatish and descent. Will stop to take pictures.

NO EXTREME SLOW POKES or BEGINNERS PLEASE.

Participant #: 6-8 Max

Gear (Mandatory): Park pass, hiking boots and clothing appropriate for the season, gaiters, food, water min. of 2-3L., electrolytes, proper hiking clothing (no cotton/jeans), basic first aid kit, rain & wind gear, appropriate eye protection & sunscreen.

Recommended: hiking poles, gps

BE PREPARED. NO COTTON nor BEAR BELLS!

Carpool etiquette: https://4142298.xyz/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53769440

CODE OF CONDUCT: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. https://4142298.xyz/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844

WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip, and provide an emergency name and phone number. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: Waiver will be at the trailhead.

DISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road, weather, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip. You must ensure you are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.