Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Heart Mountain

A controlled access zone will be in place in Kananaskis from June 10–18 for the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit.
Travel and recreation may also be affected before and after. Check for closures before you go. More info: AlbertaParks.ca/G7

A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.
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This trail climbs steeply up Heart Mountain for superb views of the Bow Valley and Heart Creek Valley. The trailhead is off Lac Des Arc overpass on Highway #1, then from Heart Creek Trail.

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Length 2.8 one-way km
Elevation: 745 m / 2,450 ft
Group Size Limit: 15 (Permit information)
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Trailheads
Trail Map KananaskisBow Valley Map (Geo Referenced)
KananaskisKananaskis Valley Map (Geo Referenced)
Trails: Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park | Kananaskis Country | All Parks
Updated: Mar 20, 2025