We left the house this morning at -4 C, and got to the trailhead twenty minutes later at +7.5 C. It was overcast with intermittent spitting rain and snow, and it didn't take us long to notice that it was quite windy. In the trees we could mostly just hear it, but in the clearings and meadows we were getting a preview of what was to come on top of the ridge. We have done several versions of this hike over the years but this would be the first time doing it north-to-south together. We hiked to the north end of the ridge before jumping on top, and then walked back south before descending down to the main trail, and to the trailhead. To say it was windy on top would be an understatement!!
The trail had a fair amount of ice and compacted snow the further along we went, and having our micro-spikes made things safe and easy. The shoulder season is always prime time for micro-spike use. We got back down in good time, and headed back home to soak our limbs in the hot tub. Although the weather wasn't ideal, and despite the fact we had been to Powderface Ridge several times already, being outside still provided the reset we have grown to rely on. After a busy few weeks this hike was just what the doctor ordered! 😁
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| Mid-Ascent |
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| Just Below The North End Of The Ridge |
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| Selfie On The Windy Ridge |
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| Sunniest Photo All Hike! |
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