Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

Mount Shark

Updated: May 05, 2023

Updated: May 5, 2023 | Print Report

NOTICE: Avalanche Canada has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning until May 1. All backcountry users, including hikers and scramblers, and anyone recreating in avalanche terrain are advised to leave a wide margin for error during this warming period, stick to simple, low angle terrain, and avoid all overhead avalanche hazards. 

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

    Notes:

    • Be aware of avalanche conditions. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
    • Walking, snowshoeing, and fat biking are not permitted on Mt. Shark ski trails - these activities are permitted on the snowshoe trails.
    • Dogs are permitted on-leash on Mt. Shark ski trails.
    • Bears and other Wildlife in the region are active. 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.
    • Caution is advised for natural hazards such as downed trees. Please report any downed trees on the trails.

Maps

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Status Keywords
Draco
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane
Hercules
Exposed dirt or rocks are at the usual sharp corner at the top of a hill about half way around, and at the cut off just below it.  
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane
Mass Start Area
Open Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane
Mount Shark Helipad Access
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane
Orion
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC
Pegasus
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC
Ursa Major
Exposed dirt or rocks on the sharp corner at the top of the 2nd uphill.
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC
Virgo
Open Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC