Jan 21th: With just a trace of new snow this week, expect the trails to be icy and compacted snow. Poles and ice spikes are highly recommended.
Over the coming weeks the snow line will raise and lower as precipitation rolls in and out and temperatures rise and fall.
Always come prepared for a variety of conditions, that can change suddenly throughout the day.
Be aware of closures and check advisories before you go.
Annual Road Closures:
Bow Valley Park Road: Closed mid-Oct - Apr 30 West of Middle Lake
Closures:
Pigeon Mountain: Closed Dec 1 - Jun 15 for protection of critical winter range for elk and bighorn sheep.
West Wind Valley: Closed Dec 1 - Jun 15 for protection of critical winter range for elk and bighorn sheep.
Notes:
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bow Corridor Trail | 7.4 km one-way | Open | ||
|
Bow River Interpretive
Warning: No vehicle access to trailhead, Oct 14th - Apr 30th. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.1 km one-way | Warning | |
| Bow Valley Paved |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
4.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Elk Flats |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.9 km one-way | Open | |
| Flowing Water Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.0 km return | Open | |
| Grotto Creek Canyon |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.1 km one-way | Open | |
|
Heart Creek Interpretive
Trail may be icy anytime from October to May, even when other areas are not, due to freeze / thaw conditions and foot compaction. Come prepared with micro-spikes and poles. It may not be possible to safely hike the trail without. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.3 km one-way | Warning | |
| Jewell Pass |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.9 km one-way | Open | |
|
Many Springs Interpretive
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. Warning: No vehicle access to trailhead, Oct 14th - Apr 30th. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.3 km | Warning | |
| Middle Lake Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.0 km | Open | |
| Montane Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.5 km | Open | |
| Moraine Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.1 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie View |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.6 km one-way to viewpoint | Open | |
| Quaite Creek |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
5.7 km one-way to Jewell Pass | Open | |
|
Razors Edge
Note: If hiking this trail, be aware that bikers may be traveling at speed on downhill sections. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.6 km one-way to viewpoint | Open | |
| Stoney |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
22.5 km one-way | Open | |
| Windy Viewpoint | 5.4 km | Open | ||
| Yamnuska Climbers' Access Route | 2.1km one-way | Open | ||
|
Yamnuska East Ridge
Warning: Rockfall hazard exists on this trail, especially in freeze / thaw weather conditions. Be cautious and move quickly through areas with overhead hazard, particularly in the waterfall section of the West Col portion of trail. |
3.6 km one-way | Open | ||
|
Yamnuska Scramble Route
Warning: Rockfall hazard exists on this trail, especially in freeze / thaw weather conditions. Be cautious and move quickly through areas with overhead hazard, particularly in the waterfall section of the West Col portion of trail. |
10.2km return | Open | ||
|
Yamnuska West Col
Warning: Rockfall hazard exists on this trail, especially in freeze / thaw weather conditions. Be cautious and move quickly through areas with overhead hazard, particularly in the waterfall section of the West Col portion of trail. |
4.0 km | Open |
