Kananaskis Country

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Canmore and Area

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Updated: October 06, 2025

Updated: October 06, 2025 | Print Report

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

    Oct 6th: After the recent snowfall expect snow and ice at higher elevation. With the warm temperatures during the day, the snow is slowly disappearing. Ice will turn into mud during the day and freezes again at night.

    Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees. Report tree debris and fallen trees to Parks staff.

    Always come prepared for a variety of conditions that can change suddenly throughout the day. Note that days are getting shorter, plan your day accordingly.  

    Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.

    Notes:

    • Be aware of avalanche conditions. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
    • Be bear aware and practice wildlife safety. 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, washouts and missing bridges. Route-finding may be necessary.
    • Be sure not to overestimate your ability when planning your trip: Humility can be a life saver. Plan for rapidly changing conditions and bring extra socks.

Maps

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Length Status Keywords
Cloudline

A detour exists on the Three Sisters Access for Highline and Cloudline. A large fence exists on the trail that users will need to open and close to pass through.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Trail Running Trail Running 5.0 km Warning
Clubhouse Cuttoff Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 0.8 km Open
Cougar Creek

Aug 19th: Be aware of loose rocks around the climbing areas.

 		Hiking Hiking 4.0 km Open
Douglas Fir Bench Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.6 km one-way Open
Goat Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 19.3 km one-way Open
Grassi Lakes Interpretive Hiking Hiking 1.9 km Open
Grassi Lakes Upper Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.9 km Open
Grotto Mountain Hiking Hiking 2.7 km Open
Ha Ling Hiking Hiking 3.5 km to the saddle; 3.9 km to the summit Open
Harvie Heights Ridge Traverse

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.0 km Warning
Highline

A detour exists on the Three Sisters Access for Highline and Cloudline. A large fence exists on the trail that users will need to open and close to pass through.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 8.0 km Warning
Horseshoe Loop Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 4.8 km Open
Johnny's

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 1.5 km Warning
Lady Macdonald Hiking Hiking 3.2 km Open
Meander Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 2.0 km Open
Middle Sister Access Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Trail Running Trail Running 1.9km Open
Montane Cutoff Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.6 km Open
Montane Traverse

Recent fireguard work has changed the wind profile on affected trails, and may result in an increased likelihood of tree fall and downed trees. Downed trees can happen at any time and any place, particularly in windy areas such as the Bow Valley. Be prepared to turn around, route find or climb over/under fallen trees

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 7.7 km Warning
Reclaimer

Preferred use of this trail is downhill mountain biking. Any uphill traffic need to be aware that cyclists may be travelling down this trail at high speeds.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.6 km Open
Riders of Rohan

Preferred use of this trail is downhill mountain biking. Any uphill traffic need to be aware that cyclists may be travelling down this trail at high speeds.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 1.6 km Open
Rocky Mountain Legacy Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 20 km Open
Tibitts Quarry Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 2.1 km Open