Where do I start and end my hike on the Pocaterra Ridge?
Pocaterra Ridge is often hiked as a one-way hike, finishing where our route starts (Little Highwood Pass), with the hiking starting at Highwood Pass parking lot, farther along Highway 40.
How long does the Green of the Pocaterra Ridge last?
While it may only last for a few short weeks each year, hikers on the Pocaterra Ridge will be delighted to watch as the trees turn from verdant green to dazzling golden yellow. Some consider this one of Mother Natureβs best performances and travel from all across the globe to watch this beautiful transformation take place.
Is there a car shuttle to Pocaterra Ridge?
The need for a car shuttle scares off a lot of hikers and is also a bit of a pain. So, we share this route as an out-and back route for Pocaterra Ridge. As the ridge has such incredible views, the out-and-back allows more time on the ridge, with the turn-around at the summit of Pocaterra Ridge.
What to do in Pocaterra Ridge in autumn?
This wonderful hike along Pocaterra Ridge is a stunner! A challenging hike, but with spectacular views, we love hiking Pocaterra Ridge in autumn with the beautiful fall colours. Pocaterra Ridge is known as one of the best places to hike among the autumn larch trees in Alberta.
How do I get to the Cirque and Ridge Trail?
Pocaterra Cirque and Ridge trail starts at the Highwood Day Pass Area off Highway 40, 67km south of the TransCanada junction. The parking area is directly adjacent to the highway and clearly marked.
What is the best time of year to hike the Pocaterra Cirque?
Pocaterra Cirque is a 4.3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Kananaskis Improvement, Alberta, Canada that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from July until October.
How busy is Mount Pocaterra?
2021-09-26 Very busy. Heavily trafficked. Wide path from lot to tree line. Narrow winding trail around trees then dips and climbs through forest. Some trail split by pulling traffic into thickets. At tarn great place for snack and pictures. At meadow a left turn goes to cirque and straight goes to Pocaterra Ridge (which majority of people did).