CanadaAlbertaGypsum Ridge

Gypsum Ridge

Mountain in Alberta · 2,115 m

2,115 m
Elevation
117 m
Prominence
3.0 km
Hike length one way
50.6819, -115.1594
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Gypsum Ridge

3.0 km
one way
412 m
of ascent
2 h 14 min
round trip

The route starts at Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

1,784 m3.0 km · 2,115 m

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Parking and starting point

1Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge TrailheadRecommended
marked trailhead · northwest of the peak
3.0 km on foot · ↑ 412 m · about 2 h 14 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Black Prince Lakes Trail
marked trailhead · northwest of the peak
about 6.4 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · northeast of the peak
about 6.4 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Gypsum Ridge?

Gypsum Ridge is 2,115 m above sea level and lies in Alberta. Its prominence is 117 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Gypsum Ridge?

From Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge Trailhead it is about 3.0 km one way with 412 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 14 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Gypsum Ridge?

The nearest starting point is Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge Trailhead (northwest of the peak) — 3.0 km on foot · ↑ 412 m · about 2 h 14 min round trip. Alternative: Black Prince Lakes Trail (northwest of the peak) (about 6.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Gypsum Ridge in Conquer?

Yes — Gypsum Ridge is one of 12,621 peaks in Canada in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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