Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks
A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.
    Notice - Beaver Ponds, Galatea and Mt. Lorette Ponds Day Use G7 ClosureNotice - Beaver Ponds, Galatea and Mt. Lorette Ponds Day Use G7 Closure

    This trail switchbacks up to the shoulder of Nihahi Ridge. It then takes a quick dive across the open saddle and then straight up the ridge edge. There are great views of east down the Elbow River Valley and west up the Little Elbow River Valley. The trailhead is on Little Elbow Trail, 0.5 km west of Little Elbow Campground.

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    Warning

    Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14.

    Length 2.5 km one-way
    Elevation: 390 m / 1,280 ft
    Group Size Limit: 15 (Permit information)
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    Trailheads
    Trail Map Elbow Valley Summer Trails Map
    Trail Report: Elbow Valley
    Trails: Elbow Valley | Kananaskis Country | All Parks
    Updated: Apr 30, 2025