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A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley
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Effective Date: September 22, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Cloudline Trail , Middle Sister Access Trail , Wind Viewpoint Equestrian
Details: Due to ongoing construction of the Bow Valley Community Fire Guard, the Cloudline Trail, Middle Sister Access, Wind Viewpoint Equestrian Trail, and all surrounding areas are closed until further notice.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Map of Affected AreaEffective Date: August 20, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Many Springs Day Use , Many Springs Interpretive Trail
Details: Multiple black bears have been seen feeding on berries in the area.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
Effective Date: August 17, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Three Sisters Campground
Details: Multiple Black Bears have been observed within the campground recently.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
Effective Date: June 18, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , YMCA Camp Chief Hector
Details: Black bears have been seen in and around the YMCA Camp feeding on natural vegetation.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
This scenic backcountry equestrian campground is found in Bow Valley Provincial Park on the northwest shore of Barrier Lake. The closest access is at the Barrier Dam Day Use Area, 30 km east of Canmore on Hwy. 1 and 12 km south on Hwy. 40.
The campground is 3.9 km from the trailhead and the hike is rated easy. It can also be reached by boat. There are tent pads, hitching rails, horse feed storage, pit/vault toilets, secure food storage lockers, a bike rack and firewood provided. There are two group cooking and gathering areas in the campground, each with picnic tables, benches, a fire pit and bear bins.
Secondary access is via the Quaite Creek Trail/ Jewell Pass Trail from Heart Creek Day Use Area and is 9.4 km with 340 m of elevation.

| Sites | $/Person/Night | Water Source | Camping Season | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | $12 | Lake | Jun 16 - Apr 14 | Book It |
Campground closed annually from April 14 - June 16 for spring elk movement.