Opal Peak - Sat, Sep 20 2008

Opal Peak (9/20/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Jasper National Park (Maligne Lake)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Sep 20 2008 10:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 5:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Sep 18 2008 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

All day

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

I would like to spend the day and do some hiking in the Maligne Lake area. I would like to reach the summit of Opal Peak (2800m). This official mountain requires a steady hike on the Opal Hills trail to which the trailhead begins at Maligne Lake. At some point along the trail when high enough and in sight of Opal Peak, we will leave the trail behind and hike towards the peak. The hiking distance should be less than 10km and the elevation about 1100m. Please note the start time and we will need to keep a steady pace as daylight hours are less.

There could be some fresh snow in this area which may require either icers, yak trax, or even better, crampons. I have placed this equipment in the required items as to be prepared should we encounter a little snow, it will help with the hike should the trail be slippery.

This is a hike that should be done by experienced hikers only due to the time of year, elevation, and the off trail conditions.

Please note that your co-ordinator has not done this hike before but really wants to do it, so please be patient for any unforseen situations. There is no guide book that has Opal Peak though many sites elude to the extension of the trail to include Opal Peak. Here is a reference from Peakfinder: Opal Peak

I am sure we will have a nice dinner in Hinton on the way back to Edmonton. If you have any questions about this trip, email me.

Required Items to Bring:
-hiking boots -warm clothes -water -food/snacks -icers or yak trax or crampons -gaitors -money for park entrance or parks pass -headlamp!!

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-hiking poles -change of clothes -thermos full of hot chocolate

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take hwy 16 west to Jasper. Take the Maligne lake road for 44km until you reach Maligne Lake and look for the trailhead to the Opal Hills.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

800Km

Carpool Departure Time:

5:30 AM

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 $232.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.29, effective Thursday, May 2, 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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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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