Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

Glenbow Ranch

Updated: May 02, 2025

Updated: May 02, 2025 | Print Report

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

    May 2nd: Trails will be starting to dry out. Lingering snow is likely in shaded areas, with some icy and muddy sections. Traction devices are recommended on non-paved trails.

    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 wildlife aware! 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. 

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

    Notes:

    • Be wildlife aware! 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.
    • 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.
    • Caution is advised for natural hazards such as downed trees.
    • Be aware, cows in the area, do not approach them.

Maps

Resources

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Length Status Keywords
Badger Bowl Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 1.4 km Open
Bearspaw Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 2.2 km Open
Bow River Loop Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 4.8 km Open
Bowbend Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 4.7 km Open
Bowl Link Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 0.3 km Open
Glenbow Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 3.7 km Open
McPherson Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 3.9 km Open
Scott Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 0.6 km Open
The Narrows

River ice flooding

Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 3.3 km Closed
Tiger Lily Loop Hiking Hiking 1.8 km Open
Yodel Loop Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling Hiking Hiking 2.5 km Open