March 19th:
Spring has arrived at West Bragg Creek. Forecast temperatures well above 0C and stronger sunlight results in melting snow and ice during the day. When the snow and dirt thaws, it softens and user traffic like bike tires or footprints produce ruts and deep tread marks. When temperatures drop below freezing at night, the snow, ice and dirt become solid. This means that the best travel conditions exist early in the morning, while the tread is firm. So, watch the temperatures. Plan to travel while the tread is frozen and get off of the trails before you start leaving ruts and deep footprints.
Single track trails are a mix of firm packed, frozen snow or ice in shaded areas on popular trails to variable soft or crusty snow on less travelled trails, to wet, dry or frozen dirt on sun exposed trails. Check the trail conditions list for updates.
Cross Country ski grooming has finished for the season, due to very warm day time temperatures and no more snow in the 2 week forecast. Reasonable skiing conditions still exist on the most shaded core Crystal Line trails, Sundog, Loggers and west Mountain Road. However, sun exposed trails like the first 1 km of Mountain Road, or Iron Springs now have sections of bare ground or ice.
Hiking/Snowshoeing/Fat biking
Singletrack trails in shaded areas are snow covered and machine or user compacted. Sun exposed trails have a thin layer of snow on frozen dirt or firm packed snow. Conditions are very good for fat biking, hiking or trail running. Check individual trail reports for updated conditions.
At any time come prepared for a variety of conditions. Be sure not to overestimate your ability when planning your trip: Humility can be a lifesaver. Bring plenty of water, snacks and multiple clothing layers.
The Bragg Creek Trails group asks users to check their website for detailed condition reports before choosing their route. Ensuring you are using the correct trails at the correct times, helps to preserve trail tread and aids in preserving the hard work of volunteers and staff.
Notes:
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
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Bobcat
March 14th: Soft snow with some melting areas in direct sun. |
 
 
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4.2 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Boundary Horse
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4.3 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing |
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Boundary Ridge
March 17th: User compacted snow. |
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5.2 km | Open | E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Braggin Rights
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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0.7 km | Open | E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Bunny Loop
March 14th: Variable snow, with some user traffic. |
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0.3 km | Open | Hiking,Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Duane |
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Chickadee Loop
Groomed: Mar 14 |
 
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Open | Skate Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
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Crystal Line - East
March 4th: Groomed and trackset. Some icy or thin patches Groomed: Mar 14 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Crystal Line - Middle
Groomed: Mar 14 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
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Crystal Line - West
Mar 11th: Groomed and trackset. Some icy or thin patches. Groomed: Mar 14 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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3.1 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Demi-Tel
March 17th: Machine compacted snow. |
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2.3 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Disconnect
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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1.6 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Elbow North
Mar 11th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Roller Packed: Mar 11 |
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3.4km one-way / 6.8km return | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Fisher
March 17th: User compacted snow. |
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0.2 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing |
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Fullerton Loop
Feb 25th: Bare dirt, muddy spots, ice patches and user packed snow. |
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6.8 km (Fullerton Loop is 4.0 km, additional distance is the access trail) | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter) |
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Hostel Loop
Mar 13: Rough, variable snow. Not machine groomed. Not recommended for XC skiing. |
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Poor | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Hostel Meadow Loop
Mar 14th: Soft snow, minimal user traffic. |
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0.3 km | Poor | Hiking,Skate Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Iron Creek
March 14th: Soft snow, minimal user traffic. Roller Packed: Mar 13 |
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1.9 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Iron Horse
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2.4 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing |
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Iron Springs
Mar 13th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Roller Packed: Mar 13 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Iron Vista
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1.3 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter) |
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Loggers Loop
Groomed: Mar 14 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Long Distance
March 17th: Machine compacted snow. |
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8.6 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Merlin View
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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6.1 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Moose
March 14th: Soft snow with some melting areas in direct sun. |
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1.5 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Moose Connector
Mar 13th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Groomed: Mar 14 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Moose Loop
Mar 13th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Roller Packed: Mar 13 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
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Mountain Road
March 14th: 2-4 cm of fresh snow on a firm compacted tread. Groomed: Mar 11 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Skiing,Snowshoeing Cross Country Skiing, XC Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike | |
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Mountain View
Mar 13th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Groomed: Mar 14 |
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1.5 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Mountain View West
Mar 13th: Roller packed, but not trackset. Ice patches, thin areas and bare spots. Roller Packed: Mar 13 |
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3.8 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Old Hostel Road
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0.8 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing |
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Old Shell Road
March 5th: Firm compacted snow with some ice/slush. |
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1.5 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
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Ranger Summit
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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4.2 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Reconnect
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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1.4 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Ridgeback
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8.8 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
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Snagmore
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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5.0 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing,Trail Running Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Snakes and Ladders
March 14th: Soft snow with some melting areas in direct sun. |
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4.6 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Snowshoe Hare East
March 17th: User compacted snow. |
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Open | Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Duane | |
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Snowshoe Hare West
March 17th: Machine compacted snow. |
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Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat | |
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Snowy Owl
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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6.6 km | Open | E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Snowy Shortcut
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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0.6 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike Duane |
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Strange Brew
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike | |
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Sugar Daddy
March 14th: 2-4 cm of fresh snow on a firm compacted tread. |
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3.6 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
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Sugar Mama
March 13th: Soft snow with some light user traffic. Occasional dirt. |
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3.5 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
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Sugar Pony
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0.9 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter) |
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Sundog
Groomed: Mar 14 Track Set: Mar 14 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Telephone Loop East
March 17th: Machine compacted single track. |
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Not Advised | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Skiing,Snowshoeing Cross Country Skiing, XC Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat | |
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Telephone Loop West
Mar 13th: Rough, variable snow. Not machine groomed. Not recommended for XC skiing. |
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Not Advised | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Skiing,Snowshoeing Cross Country Skiing, XC Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat | |
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Tom Snow
Feb 5th: 10cm fresh snow. |
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27.3 km | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
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West Meadow
March 14th: Variable snow, with some user traffic. |
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2.1 km | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Horseback Riding (Winter) |
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Whitetail
March 17th: User compacted snow, occasional ice or dirt patches. |
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Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat ebike, Electric Bike |
