Effective Date: May 31, 2020 - Until Further Notice
Where: Elpoca Day Use , Little Highwood Pass Day Use , Pocaterra Warming Hut , Valleyview Trail
Details:Frequent bear activity has been noted along Valleyview Road from Elpoca Day Use Area to HWY 40 (South) near Little Highwood Day Use Area, including Valleyview Day Use Areas.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
Map of Affected Area
Effective Date: November 30, 2025 - Until Further Notice
Where: High Rockies (Winter) Trail , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park , Blackshale Suspension Bridge
Details:The bridge is designed for summer use only. Snow accumulation reduces effective handrail height and creates slippery conditions, making winter use unsafe.
Effective Date: April 20, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Elkwood Campground , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park , Elkwood Campground Amphitheatre
Details:Work will take place from approximately April 20 to June 6, 2026.
To facilitate construction activities, the section of Wheeler Trail between the Elkwood Amphitheatre and Elkwood Parking Lot will be intermittently closed to all visitors during active work periods. Heavy equipment will be operating on site.
We recognize that construction may cause inconvenience; however, this work is necessary to maintain public safety and ensure efficient project completion. Visitors are asked to follow all posted signage, respect construction barriers, and maintain a safe distance from active work zones.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Boulton Creek Campground is found in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, about 50 km south of Hwy. 1 on Hwy. 40 and south on Kananaskis Lakes Trail. This large campground has over 160 well-treed sites for RVs and tents. There are unserviced, power and water, and walk-in options. There are many amenities and activities available here, including showers, equipment rental, a campground store, hiking trails, paved bike paths, and close access to the Kananaskis Lakes.
All campers must check in and register at Boulton store prior to proceeding to site.
| Site Type | Campsites | Power | Rate/Night | Reservable Dates | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unserviced | 86 | - | $31 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
| Power/Water | 37 | 15 / 30 | $47 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
| Power/Water/Sewer | 32 | 15 / 30 | $55 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
| Walk-in Tenting | 6 | - | $31 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
Power is available in the winter.
Firepits
Flush Toilets
Pay Phone
Pit/Vault Toilets
Power
Sewage Disposal
Showers
Water - Hookup
Water - Tap
Secure Food Storage
Grocery/Supply Store
AccessibleFirewood is available for purchase at the Boulton Creek Trading Post.
WaterWater services are available seasonally from early June to early September; weather dependent. Campers are expected to bring their own water during the shoulder seasons.
Showers are token operated. Available at the Boulton Creek Trading Post.
SewageA sewage disposal station is located here. Check Kananaskis RV Sewage Disposal Stations for a full listing.
Sewage available early June - September (weather-dependent).
