Little Highwood Pass Day Use

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:

• Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs.
• Keep your pet on a leash.
• Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it.
• Secure attractants like food, garbage, pet food and any scented items in hard sided vehicles or bear proof lockers.
• Learn more about bear safety.

Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.

Map of Affected Area

Effective Date: October 13, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bill Benson Trail , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park , William Watson Lodge

Details:

A small segment of pathway will be temporarily closed to accommodate the Elkwood Water Investigation in the month of October. Peter Lougheed Provincial Park will remain open during construction. While work is being completed, construction noise may be heard in nearby areas, and short distance detours can be expected. We recognize this may be inconvenient for visitors; however, it is necessary to ensure public safety.

For information about trail alternatives, please call the Alberta Parks Information Line at 1-877-537-2757.

For more information about this project and the associated work areas, please see the attached Project Map. 

Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.

Map of Affected Area

Effective Date: August 21, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Peter Lougheed Provincial Park , Woolley Trail , Sparrow's Egg Lake

Details: Wildlife feeding on a dead moose in the area.  Woolley Trail is closed from the junction of Wheeler/Meadow Trails to Amos Trail. 

If you come across wildlife, remember to:

• Give them plenty of space – at least 30 metres/100 feet (3 bus lengths).
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Keep your pet on a leash.
• Do not feed wildlife.
• Learn more about Wildlife Safety

Report sightings and incidents to 310-LAND (5263).

Effective Date: July 27, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Black Prince Cirque Interpretive Trail , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park

Details: The bridge just beyond the parking lot that provides access to this trail has been washed out.