Effective Date: May 24, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bow Corridor Trail Trail , Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park , Heart Creek Day Use , Heart Creek Trail , Heart Creek Bunker Trail, Trans Canada Trail

A Bear Warning has been put in place at Heart Creek Trail, Heart Creek Bunker Trail and the Trans Canada Trail between the Heart Creek bunker and the access to Grant MacEwan peak/Acephale climbing area because numerous black bears, including a black bear sow and cubs-of-the-year, have been seen in the area and in close proximity to the above trails.

Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:

• Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs.
• Keep your pet on a leash.
• Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it.
• Secure attractants like food, garbage, pet food and any scented items in hard sided vehicles or bear proof lockers.
• Learn more about bear safety.

Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.

Effective Date: May 25, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park , Heart Creek Trail , Heart Creek Interpretive Trail , Quaite Creek Trail , Quaite Valley Backcountry Campground

Visitors may encounter active trail work on the Heart Creek Trail, Quaite Creek Trail, and the section of the Trans Canada Trail between the Heart Creek and Quaite Creek Trails from May 25 through June 15, 2026, or until further notice. Work will include trail improvements, and general trail maintenance to enhance safety and trail conditions.

Trails will remain open, but users should expect:

• Intermittent delays
• Reduced trail width in active work zones
• Presence of crews and equipment
• Some sections may be temporarily rerouted or held while work is underway

For your safety and the safety of crews:

• Obey all posted signage and instructions from workers
• Use caution when passing through active work areas
• Be prepared to wait for safe passage when directed