May 2nd: South facing sun exposed trails are mostly clear of snow, but there are many areas of soft mud. Northern aspect trails still have melting snow, with some icy sections. When there is overnight freeze, the wet dirt will firm up and be frozen in the mornings. If there is only a short period of freezing or no overnight freeze, the trails will be soft or muddy all day.
It's tick season! Make sure to check you and your pets when you get home. For best protection, use a bug repellent with DEET.
Be Bear Aware - bears are awake and active at this time. Practice wildlife safety. Make sure you're making noise on the trail, paying close attention to your surroundings, and carry bear spray and know how to use it.
At any time come prepared for a variety of conditions. Bring plenty of water, snacks and multiple clothing layers. Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.
Annual Road Closures:
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.
Closures:
Station Flats Day Use Area: Construction Closure
Notes:
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Alder
Note: Accessed from Bragg Creek Provincial Park on Highway 758.
|
Hiking
|
1.6 km | Open | |
| Banded Peak Connector |
Hiking
|
2.4 km | Open | |
| Beaver Flats Interpretive |
Hiking
|
1.4 km one-way | Open | |
|
Big Elbow
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
26.5 km one-way | Warning | |
| Diamond T Loop |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
4.3 km | Open | |
| Elbow |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
4.6 km | Open | |
| Elbow Falls Interpretive |
Hiking
|
0.8 km | Open | |
| Elbow Valley |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
10 km one-way | Open | |
|
Ford Creek
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
18 km one-way | Warning | |
|
Ford Knoll
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
4 km | Warning | |
|
Fullerton Loop
April 26th: Mostly bare dirt, with some ice and muddy patches. |
Hiking
|
6.8 km (Fullerton Loop is 4.0 km, additional distance is the access trail) | Open | |
| Jumpingpound Ridge |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
13.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Jumpingpound Summit |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
2.5 km one-way | Open | |
|
Little Elbow
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
23 one-way km | Warning | |
| Little Elbow Interpretive |
Hiking
|
2.5 km one-way | Open | |
| McLean Creek Interpretive |
Hiking
|
1.2 km return | Open | |
|
Moose Mountain
Note: This trail is in a Public Land Use Zone and is not regularly maintained. Route finding may be required. Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14.
|
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
7.3 km one-way | Warning | |
|
Nihahi Creek
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
2.4 km one-way | Warning | |
|
Nihahi Ridge
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Hiking
|
2.5 km one-way | Warning | |
| Paddy's Flat Interpretive Trail |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
2.2 km | Open | |
| Powderface Creek |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
6.2 km one-way | Open | |
|
Powderface Ridge
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
7 km one-way | Warning | |
|
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. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
9.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Link |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
3.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Mountain |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Trail Running
|
8.4 km return | Open | |
| Ridgeback |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
8.8 km | Open | |
| Riverview |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
2.7 km one-way | Open | |
| Snagmore |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
8.5 km (Loop from Fullerton Trailhead) | Open | |
| Sugar Daddy |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
3.6 km | Open | |
| Sugar Mama |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
3.5 km | Open | |
| Sulphur Springs |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
5.2 km | Open | |
|
Threepoint Mountain
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
9.8 km one-way | Warning | |
| Tom Snow |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
27.3 km | Open | |
|
Tombstone Lakes
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Hiking
|
3.7 km one-way | Warning | |
|
Trail Creek
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
2.5 km one-way | Warning | |
|
Wildhorse
Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
15.8 km one-way | Warning |
