Cadomin Cave in Whitehorse Wildland Provincial Park is closed to the public to lessen the risk of white-nose syndrome, a deadly fungal disease, spreading to bats in Alberta. All cave-roosting bats across North America may be at risk. The fungus is not harmful to humans but is believed to be spread by humans when they explore caves. Read more here.
Effective Date: May 11, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Whitehorse Creek Campground , Whitehorse Creek Provincial Recreation Area , Whitehorse Wildland Provincial Park
Details:Due to rockfall hazards identified in parts of Whitehorse Creek Campground, campsites 1-7 are permanently closed. Campsites 8-17 will open June 15. The equestrian campsites remain open.
Your safety is our priority. Thank you for your cooperation.
Pristine alpine meadows, sub-alpine forests, and clear mountain streams make Whitehorse Wildland Provincial Park a backcountry paradise. This 175 km2 protected area provides prime habitat for bighorn sheep, grizzly bears and harlequin ducks.
Other special features include rare plants, alpine flowers, marine fossils, limestone caves with bat hibernacula, the Cardinal Divide Viewpoint, and the Fiddle Pass route to Miette Hotsprings. Day hikers, backpackers and horseback riders seeking a true wilderness experience can explore picturesque waterfalls and view breathtaking Rocky Mountain vistas.
Backcountry Camping
Wildlife Viewing
Geocaching
Electric Bicycles
No upcoming events at this time.
Hunting is prohibited in Cadomin Cave and Cardinal Divide special management zones; OHVs are permitted only on the county road that runs through the park; See Whitehorse Wildland Fact Sheet
