Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley


Mount Shark

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Updated: March 03, 2026

Updated: March 03, 2026 | Print Report

    Feb 26th: Grooming took place at Mt. Shark on Wednesday this week to accommodate preparations for the annual cookie race that is scheduled to take place on Saturday in PLPP. Light Snowfall and strong winds persisted throughout both the morning and afternoon grooming shifts which left sections of some trails (especially those groomed earlier in the day) wind drifted with short sections of tracks filled in by the heavy winds.

    There is generally a good base at Mt Shark but a few hazards still exist, such as a few drainage dips and possible exposed ground or rocks (on the two usual tight corners on Ursa Major and Hercules.

    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. Snowshoeing, Winter Walking and fat biking are only permitted on the multi-use Watridge Lake trail.

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    There is generally a good base at Mt Shark but a few hazards still exist, such as a few drainage dips and possible exposed ground or rocks (on the two usual tight corners on Ursa Major and Hercules

    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. Snowshoeing, Winter Walking and fat biking are only permitted on the multi-use Watridge Lake trail.

    Notes:

    • Be aware of avalanche conditions. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
    • Walking, snowshoeing, and fat biking are not permitted on Mt. Shark ski trails, with the exception of the multi-use Watridge Lake Trail.
    • Dogs are permitted on-leash on Mt. Shark ski trails.
    • Be Wildlife Aware. Travel in groups, make noise on the trail, and keep pets on leash. Carrying bear spray and knowing how to use it is highly recommended, even in winter.
    • Caution is advised for natural hazards such as downed trees. Please report any downed trees on the trails.

    Snow Depths:

    Burstall Pass: 183 cm

    Mud Lake: 133 cm

     

Live Grooming Report

Trail Grooming Map

Maps

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Length Status Keywords
Biathlon Range Area

Including the inside of the range.

Groomed: Feb 25 		Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Open
Draco Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 0.8 km Open
Hercules

Possible exposed ground or rocks at the usual tight corner about half way around.

Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 		Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 5.4 km Open
Mass Start Area

Six sets of tracks set.

Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 		Skiing Skiing Open
Mount Shark Helipad Access Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing Open
Orion Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 2.1 km Open
Pegasus Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 2.8 km Open
Ursa Major

Possible exposed ground or rocks at the usual tight corner at the top of the second hill.

Groomed: Feb 20 Track Set: Feb 20 		Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 3.1 km Open
Virgo Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Skate Skiing Skate Skiing Skiing Skiing 2.8 km Open
Watridge Lake Groomed: Feb 25 Track Set: Feb 25 Hiking (Winter) Hiking (Winter) Skiing Skiing Skijoring Skijoring Snowshoeing Snowshoeing Fat Biking Fat Biking 3.7 km one-way Open