Mar 3rd: Expect the trails to be snow covered, compact and potentially slippery sections. There could be thin sections with dirt underneath, so caution is advised.
Always come prepared for a variety of conditions, that can change suddenly throughout the day. You may want to consider bringing hiking poles, micro spikes, toques, gloves and multiple layers.
Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.
Annual Road Closures:
McLean Creek Road: Closed Dec 1 - Apr 30, south of McLean Staging access road, north of Fisher Creek.
Highway #66: Closed Dec 1 - May 14, west of Elbow Falls & Powderface Trail.
Moose Mountain Road: Closed Dec 1 - May 14.
Powderface Road: Closed Dec 1 - May 14.
Notes:
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Alder
Note: Accessed from Bragg Creek Provincial Park on Highway 758. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.6 km | Open | |
| Banded Peak Connector |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.4 km | Open | |
|
Beaver Flats Interpretive
Warning: No vehicle access from Beaver Flats Campground, Dec 1 - May 14. Access from Beaver Lodge Day Use only |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.4 km one-way | Warning | |
| Diamond T Loop |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
4.3 km | Open | |
| Elbow Falls Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
0.8 km | Open | |
|
Elbow South
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. Groomed: Feb 27 |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Skate Skiing
Skiing
Snowshoeing
|
2.3 one-way / 2.6km return | Open | |
| Elbow Valley |
Fat Biking
Snowshoeing
|
10 km one-way | Open | |
|
Fullerton Loop
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.8 km (Fullerton Loop is 4.0 km, additional distance is the access trail) | Open | |
|
Iron Horse
Feb 18th: 20cm fresh snow on either glazed ice or dirt. |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
2.4 km | Open | |
| Iron Vista |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
|
1.3 km | Open | |
| McLean Creek Interpretive | 1.2 km return | Open | ||
| Paddy's Flat Interpretive Trail |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.2 km | Open | |
| Powderface Creek |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.2 km one-way | Open | |
|
Prairie Creek
Horse use is not recommended East of Prairie Link due to narrow trail and unstable, shale-type footing that presents a challenge for horses. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
9.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Link |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
3.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Mountain |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.4 km return | Open | |
| Ridgeback |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.8 km | Open | |
| Riverview |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.7 km one-way | Open | |
|
Snagmore
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.5 km (Loop from Fullerton Trailhead) | Open | |
|
Sugar Daddy
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
3.6 km | Open | |
|
Sugar Mama
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
3.5 km | Open | |
| Sugar Pony |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
|
0.9 km | Open | |
| Sulphur Springs |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
5.2 km | Open | |
|
Tom Snow
Feb 27th: 15cm of fresh snow. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
27.3 km | Open |
