Advisory

Kananaskis Region is expected to receive snow accumulation over the weekend which may impact travel and recreation activities. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions, especially at higher elevations, and consider rescheduling backcountry activities.

Before heading out:

• Check the weather forecast and 511 Alberta for road conditions, and be aware that high elevation roads (such as Highway 40 South – Highwood Pass) may have snow and be icy. Winter tires are recommended.
• Check trail conditions and advisories ahead of time.
• Leave the details of your trip plan with a responsible person.
• Hypothermia can occur quickly. Be prepared with waterproof and warm layers and ensure your backpack is packed with winter items. Read more on Winter Safety.
• Snow can make even easy to moderate trails difficult. Know your limits and hike within them. Proper footwear and equipment are essential (hiking poles, ice grippers, etc.).
• Carry an emergency communications device. Cellular service is not available in all areas.

Elbow Trail from Iron Springs to Sugar Daddy, and Sugar Daddy from Elbow Trail to Snagmore will be closed from October 1, 2026 until October 1, 2027, or until further notice due to timber harvest operations. For more information visit Public land closures and advisories.

Parking areas along Powderface Road will be temporarily closed for construction.

All trails outside the closure areas will remain open.

The following designated trails will remain accessible by travelling around the fenced closure areas: Lusk Pass, Jumpingpound Ridge – Lusk Climb, Jumpingpound Summit, Prairie Creek, Powderface Creek, and Powderface Ridge.

Expect increased industrial traffic on Powderface Road, and please obey all posted signage.

The Special K Trail in Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone is temporarily closed due to collapsing bridges. For more information, call 310-LAND (5263) or the Moose Mountain Bike Trails Society.