Note: Accessed from Bragg Creek Provincial Park on Highway 758.

Packed Trail (Walking and Fat Bike)

Due to activities associated with G7

Portions of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park will be temporarily closed over the next week to accommodate cattle herds being moved from their spring calving area to summer pasture across the park.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Inside of range was not groomed. The firing line was groomed.

A bridge 0.5 km south of Mt Allen drive was damaged by an ice flow event this winter and will need to be replaced. Users will have to detour 2km on hwy 40 from the Kananaskis River bridge to the water treatment plant access road between May 12th to 14th while the bridge is out.

Some ice is still present in this area. 

Limited access due to William Watson Closure

Due to activities associated with G7

Due to a significant ice flow on the north portion of Bill Milne trail (south of Kovach Pound), this section of trail is closed. 

June 16th: Snow free.

Note: The Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge is NOT accessed from this trail.

Northwest corner of Blackfoot trail (known as J.J. trail) is closed due to beaver activity, flooding and major damage to bridge.  Impassible.

NOW Open to Wagons and Sleighs  

Packed Trail (Walking and Fat Bike)

Western section of trail has construction activity to remove and replace old, unsafe structures. Expect crews and equipment on trail and sections of steep, challenging terrain while these structures are replaced. 

Portions of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park will be temporarily closed over the next week to accommodate cattle herds being moved from their spring calving area to summer pasture across the park.

Due to activities associated with G7

June 5th: The lower portion of trail is snow free with snow patches becoming progressively deeper with elevation, with the some completely snow bound sections near border.

Note: Bikes permitted on first 2.9 km of trail ONLY.

• Closed: April 1st - June 21st for protection of bighorn sheep during sensitive birthing period.

• Closed: April 1st - June 21st for protection of bighorn sheep during sensitive birthing period.

Chester Lake: Annual closure in place for Chester Lake until Jun 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail.

June 19th: Snow free and downed trees removed. Lake is ice free. Sign changeover complete

A detour exists on the Three Sisters Access for Highline and Cloudline. Some construction vehicles may be present in the area.

Due to activities associated with G7

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Some bare spots forming.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Warning: The segment between Crystal Links #1 and #2 crosses a swamp and is not recommended.

Curtains are closed

Trail is Single Track, and not mowed in the summer months. 

Limited access due to activities associated with G7

June 19th: Blown clean from needles and debris.

June 11th: Trail is snow free.

Warning: No motorized or bicycle access via HWY 40, Dec 1 - Jun 20.

For snowmobile use

April 16th: 10cm of wet fresh snow.

June 19: Snow free with some muddy sections. Downed trees removed.

Icy sections are present on the hill descending down towards the Fox Creek.

The Elk Pass Snowshoe Trail starts at the south end of Elk Pass Day Use and parking lot.

Due to activities associated with G7

No bridge exists over Evan-Thomas Creek to connect to Wedge Connector. Crossing Evan-Thomas creek may be difficult and dangerous at times.

Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Trail

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Tracks are shallow in some places. Groomed only from Elk Pass to Boulton.

Section from Marten River Campground to Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory is closed for visitor safety due to nearby wildfire.

Closed: May 1 - Jun 26 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail.

Winter Use Trail Only - under water in summer 

Skate Skiing, Dog Sledding, Fat Tire Biking 

Portions of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park will be temporarily closed over the next week to accommodate cattle herds being moved from their spring calving area to summer pasture across the park.

Due to activities associated with G7

June 16th: Snow free

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

Due to activities associated with G7

Exposed dirt/rocks at the usual spot- the sharp corner about half way around and the cut off just below.

Due to activities associated with G7

Due to activities associated with G7

Partial closure due to activities associated with G7

Note: Hiker-cyclist camping allowed at select day use areas only from Jun 1 - Sep 20. See details.

Note: Between Nov. 1 and May 1 the trail is closed through the Buller Slide Path due to Highway Avalanche Control.

A detour exists on the Three Sisters Access for Highline and Cloudline. Some construction vehicles may be present in the area.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

June 11th: Trail is snow free.

Closed for construction

Warning: No motorized or bicycle access via HWY 40, Dec 1 - Jun 20.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Closed due to beaver activity and flooding. Bridge is off its foundation.  Sections impassible. 

Boundary Road, Meadow run, and the cut line are all tracked and groomed.  Trails are in good condition.

The trail is groomed to the cabin and from the road to the railway. Trails are in good condition.

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

Closed: Stream crossings washed away by penstock/dam construction. Trail is impassable and is closed indefinitely.

June 16th: Snow free, downed trees removed.

Due to activities associated with G7

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Closed for visitor safety due to nearby wildfire.

Due to activities associated with G7

Winter Trail Only - will update once groomed or check Nordic Pulse for live updates 

Always use extra caution on Lookout, especially the steeper South side. The South side was not groomed on April 14th due to icy conditions; it was last groomed March 30th.

Maintenance to occur on portions of trail, please obey all signage. 

Some bare spots starting to form.

Limited access due to William Watson Closure

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Due to beaver activity the water level in the lake is high. The boardwalk and dock located on the trail are prone to sink into the water slightly. Good, water proof footwear should be worn.

Closed for visitor safety due to nearby wildfire.

The mass start was last groomed on April 3rd.

Note: This trail has been redirected just west of Forks for access to Turbine Canyon.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

From December 1st to April 30th inclusive, OHV use is restricted to off-highway vehicles not exceeding 450 kg with 3 or more flotation tires. This restriction DOES NOT apply to snow vehicles.

Portions of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park will be temporarily closed over the next week to accommodate cattle herds being moved from their spring calving area to summer pasture across the park.

Trackset from Elkwood to the Visitor Centre on April 9th. The remainder was trackset on April 2nd.

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

CLOSURE: Sheep River Provincial Park and Bluerocks Wildland Provincial Park

Downed trees and other debris could exist on trail.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

Note: This trail is in a Public Land Use Zone and is not regularly maintained. Route finding may be required.

Bare spots near memorial benches just South of where the ski trail leaves campground loop A.

Note: Sections on loop damaged in 2013 flood.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Trail

Caution - modifications made to jump line - please use the "Pre-Ride, Re-Ride, Free Ride" protocol.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

A few ice flows forming (below ice crossing caution sign). Bare spots starting to form on sun exposed aspect's.

June 16th: Snow free, downed trees removed.

Bear Closure: Portion of trail between Lower Lakes to Sarrail campgrounds.

June 16th: Swept and blown clean of needles and debris. 

Warning: This is not a maintained trail.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Note: This is not the undesignated Pocaterra Ridge or Cirque route.

Trackset from Packers to Tyrwitt on April 20th and from Lynx to Packers on April 13th. Many bare spots north of Packers, especially north of Lynx.

Six sets of tracks set.

CLOSED for snowmobile traffic May 1 - Nov 30.

Horse use is not recommended East of Prairie Link due to narrow trail and unstable, shale-type footing that presents a challenge for horses.

Horse use is not recommended East of Prairie Link due to narrow trail and unstable, shale-type footing that presents a challenge for horses.

June 11th: Trail is mostly snow free with a few small patches of snow in shaded areas.

Warning: No motorized or bicycle access via HWY 40, Dec 1 - Jun 20.

• Bear Warning: Quaite Valley Backcountry Campground
• Bear Warning: Quaite Creek Area

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

June 18th:  Trail is dry on the lower half with muddy patches at higher elevations. Downed tree removed.

Note: If hiking this trail, be aware that bikers may be traveling at speed on downhill sections.

• Bear Warning: Quaite Valley Backcountry Campground
• Bear Warning: Quaite Creek Area

Preferred use of this trail is downhill mountain biking. Any uphill traffic need to be aware that cyclists may be travelling down this trail at high speeds.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

Due to activities associated with G7

Note: Chains at the Ribbon Lake Headwall have been replaced with Steel cables and rungs.

Note: Bikes are permitted on first 4 km of trail only.

• Ribbon Falls Backcountry Campground: Closed Dec 1st - Jun 26th.
• Ribbon Lake Backcountry Campground: Closed Dec 1st - Jun 26th.

Warning: Trail is flood damaged and washed out on north side of pass. 

Preferred use of this trail is downhill mountain biking. Any uphill traffic need to be aware that cyclists may be travelling down this trail at high speeds.

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

June 11th: Snow free

Warning: No motorized or bicycle access via HWY 40, Dec 1 - Jun 20.

Closed for bear activity. 

Please report any downed trees or other hazards to the Visitor Centre at (403) 893-3833 ext. 5.

May 15th: Snow free. Sign changeover complete.

Six sets of tracks set.

Due to activities associated with G7

Warning: Trail is not maintained for summer use. Signage may not be up to date and hazards may exist along the trail.