Kananaskis Valley Trail Report

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Kananaskis Country

Updated: August 06, 2020

Updated: August 6, 2020 | Print Report

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As part of Alberta’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, public access to our outdoor spaces is open, however Alberta Parks indoor facilities and permanent outdoor shelters within Kananaskis are closed to public access.

Lower-elevation trails are dry. Peaks and summits still have some spotty snow cover. Overhead avalanche hazards still exist on trails/routes, and it is important to note that alpine objectives may expose recreationalists to spring avalanche hazards, where heavy, slow avalanches could push hikers/scramblers into terrain traps. Use caution, as most stream crossing have receded quickly over the past week, and are slowly returning to normal. As well, watch for slippery sections, overhanging or downed trees, and other natural hazards.

Be aware as most trails have seen a substantial increase of users over the past few weeks. Practice physical distancing where possible, and use masks when it isn't possible to distance.

Closures:

1. Troll Falls: Construction (trail closures on the Upper Waterfall Route until the end of August)

2. Bill Milne Trail: Bear Closure

Notes:

Vault Toilets are open, however visitors should plan to bring their own sanitary supplies, including paper and sanitizer.
Be wildlife aware! Traveling in groups, making noise on trail, keeping pets on leash and carrying bear spray is highly recommended. See the Wildlife Safety page for more information.

Warnings:

1. Troll Falls and Stoney Trail: Bear Warning

2. Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area: Bear Warning

3. Bow Valley Trailheads: Vehicle Break-In Warning

Maps

Kananaskis Valley Summer Trails Map

Trail Name	Permitted Activities	Status
Aspen		Open
Baldy Pass		Open
Barrier Lake Interpretive		Open
Bill Milne E-bike Pilot Project Closed due to bear activity.		Closed
Centennial Ridge		Open
Coal Mine		Open
Eau Claire Interpretive		Open
Evan-Thomas Fire Road		Open
Galatea Creek		Open
Guinn's Pass This trail has been re-routed after the 2013 floods. Please note that this junction is now located at the Lower Galatea Lake, after Lillian Lake.		Open
Hay Meadow		Open
Hidden		Open
High Level		Open
Kananaskis Integrated Forestry Interpretive		Open
Kovach		Open
Link E-bike Pilot Project		Open
Marmot Basin This trail was heavily damaged in the 2013 flood; expect washouts and challenging travel		Warning
Mount Kidd Interpretive		Open
Prairie View		Open
Quaite Creek Construction advisory in effect. The informal parking in the Highway 1 ditch for access to Heart Creek is not available at this time.		Warning
Ribbon Creek E-bike Pilot Project Bikes permitted on first 4 km of trail ONLY		Open
Ruthie's		Open
Skogan Pass		Open
Stoney E-bike Pilot Project		Open
Sunburst		Open
Terrace		Open
Terrace Link E-bike Pilot Project		Open
Troll Falls E-bike Pilot Project Bear Warning: black bears feeding on berries in the area. Random trails around the main waterfall, including walking up to the Troll, have been blocked off due to extreme rockfall hazards. Hikers must stay on the main trails and not climb over or around installed barricades. Construction Advisory in effect		Warning
Village Rim E-bike Pilot Project		Open
Wasootch Creek		Open
Wedge Connector Bridge washout over Evan-Thomas Creek		Partially Closed
Wedge Pond		Open

Kananaskis Valley Trail Report

Kananaskis Country

Maps