Effective Date: November 17, 2025 - Until Further Notice
Where: Canmore Nordic Centre Day Use , Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
Details:Construction of the Bow Valley Fireguard will be starting within Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park. This work will involve mechanical tree removal and forest thinning with log hauling though Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park. To ensure the safety of visitors around work areas and haul roads, some of the upper trails will be closed.
See the following list of closed trails:
Closed November 17, 2025, until further notice.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Map of Affected Area
Effective Date: June 8, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park , Reclaimer Trail
Details:Reclaimer Trail will be closed from June 8th - June 12th, or until further notice, due to scheduled maintenance work.
Effective Date: April 20, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park , You Ain't Nothing But a Hang Dog, Memphis, It's Now or Never Climbing Routes
Details:The left side of Graceland rock climbing area at Grassi Lakes is closed to minimize disturbances to an owl nesting site. This includes the following routes:
If you come across wildlife, remember to:
Report sightings and incidents to 310-LAND (5263).
Effective Date: June 1, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park , Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park , Driftwood Day Use , Goat Creek Day Use , Goat Creek Trail , Ha Ling Trail , Sparrowhawk Day Use , Spray Lake Day Use , Spray Lakes West Campground , Spray Valley Provincial Park , East End of Rundle (EEOR), Miners Peak
Details:A section of the Spray Lakes Road/Highway 742/Smith-Dorrien Trail on the Canmore Hill is closed in both directions between the Grassi Lakes turnoff and the top of the hill (dam) and the Reclaimer Trail due to a Rockslide.
Travel is prohibited for all road users including vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians to ensure public safety. A rockslide has resulted in dangerous conditions for all road users. Unsupported rock remains above the road and could result in a second slide. As area assessments are ongoing, the timeline for repairs and reopening remains uncertain. Please respect all closures and stay clear of the area.
Map of Affected Area
Effective Date: May 29, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park , Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park , Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area , Larch Island (Canmore Nordic Centre PP)
Details:Heavy rain is expected in the Bow Valley area, and river levels are already high, with some areas experiencing flooding along the Bow River. Visitors should be aware that flooding may occur and use extreme caution. Backcountry users need to be aware that rising water levels could impact navigation. Continue to check for updates to Advisories and local weather reports before heading out.
This trail provides summer and winter singletrack access to Rundle Riverside trailhead (Banff National Park). Great alternative to Banff Trail for beginner riders. Fairly wide and smooth.
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| Length | 2.5 km |
| Elevation: | +28 / -69 m |
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