Shale Pass
Facilities & details
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Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Shale Pass.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
Location
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What’s nearby
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🏞️ Attractions
Mount Talbot is located on the northern side of Shale Pass on the Alberta-British Columbia border. It was officially named on 4 November 1925 after Senator Peter Talbot (1854-1919), an early pioneer of the Lacombe region of central Alberta. A teacher and farmer, he turned to politics and became an elected representative of the Northwest Territories and later the province of Alberta. In 1906, Sir W
Big Shale Hill is located on the border of Alberta and British Columbia. The name is thought to come from the thick layer of shale on the mountain.
Mount Forget is on the border of Alberta and British Columbia. It was named in 1925 after Amédée E. Forget.
Weather
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Best time to visit
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Good to know
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How much does it cost to camp at Shale Pass?
Shale Pass is free to camp at.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Shale Pass?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Shale Pass?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
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