Folding Mountain & Fiddle Peak - Fri, Oct 21 2011, Sat, Oct 22 2011

Folding Mountain & Fiddle Peak (10/21/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Jasper

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Oct 21 2011, Sat, Oct 22 2011 6:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 6:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Oct 20 2011 10:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

One evening and one very long day!

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Jeff S
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

I discovered this hike from a fellow hiker who did Folding Mountain earlier this month. I would like to do the same only extend the trip further to include Fiddle Peak as well. I was told that there is no water sources along the trail and to pack enough water, 2L or 3L should do it.

We will hike an old coalmining trail to Folding Mountain, (2117m) then descend a few hundred metres to a low saddle connecting Fiddle Peak. Here we will hike through trees then up to the summit of Fiddle Peak, (2243m). Distance between the two mountains is roughly 5km. Return is expected to be the same way unless we discover an alternate route along Drystone Creek.

Please note, however, that I have not done this trip before. Please consider that there may be routefinding along the way. Should weather be unfavourable, then I may postpone the trip for another weekend.

Snow has come to the Rockies. I am not expecting snow to be an issue here as this trip takes us into the dry front ranges, but regardless, hiking poles, gaiters, and warm socks etc are a good thing to have. We may see some snow at the higher elevations. Overnight lows are now dipping below freezing and daytime highs show about 7 or 8 degrees.

Please note that this will be a long day out on the trail with a significant distance and cumulative elevation gains. I can only estimate from topo maps but distance will be near 25km and elevation gains around 1500m. I estimate a roundtrip time of some 11 - 13 hours.

The trailhead is located a few hundred metres from the Folding Mountain Resort so we'll drive out the night before and camp. Cost is $25 to camp. This fee will be paid out on the Friday evening. I will want to share tents if possible.

I will want to be on the trail no later than 7:30am. I would even suggest an earlier time if possible. Headlamps will be needed for this trip as we could be both starting and finishing in the dark.

I am obviously looking for experienced, fit, and strong hikers who enjoy hard work on the trail and all the rewards that come with such.

We will probably have supper in Hinton before returning back to Edmonton. Do expect a late return to the city.

Required Items to Bring:
-camping gear
-warm sleeping bag (-7 or warmer)
-sleeping pad
-appropriate hiking clothing for shoulder season
-headlamp
-personal items
-food and water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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-hiking poles
-gaiters

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head west on the Yellowhead Highway (Highway 16). You'll pass through Edson, and then Hinton. Folding Mountain resort is located 20 km west of Hinton, on the south side of Highway 16. Turn left just pass the sign, (a turning lane is provided) and follow the road. Our entrance is to the right, through the arch at the gate.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

750Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

The event coordinator(s) will help you to arrange a centralized carpool if you require it, but it's not guaranteed. Please DO NOT pay your driver en route. Passengers will pay the coordinator, and he/she will distribute the money to the carpool drivers. SO PLEASE BRING CASH!!! Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $217.50 (calculated at total Km * $0.29, effective Saturday, April 27, 2024). This is based on $0.09/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divided by 9. This cost will be multiplied by the number of carpooled cars, and divided by the number of carpool participants.

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