Kananaskis Country

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Spray Valley

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Updated: October 15, 2025

Updated: October 15, 2025 | Print Report

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

    Oct 15th: Expect trails to be snow covered with icy patches underneath. Frosty mornings will make for slippery conditions in the morning, becoming wet in the afternoon.

    Over the coming weeks the snow line will raise and lower as precipitation rolls in and out and temperatures rise and fall

    Always come prepared for a variety of conditions, that can change suddenly throughout the day. You may want to consider bringing hiking poles, micro spikes, toques, gloves and multiple layers. Note that days are getting shorter, plan your day accordingly.   

    Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.

    Winter signage changeover in progress.

    Notes:

    • Be aware of avalanche conditions. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
    • 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, even in winter.
    • It's tick season! Make sure to check you and your pets when you get home. For best protection, use a bug repellent with DEET.
    • Caution is advised for natural hazards such as downed trees, washouts and missing bridges. Route-finding may be necessary. Please report any downed trees on the trails.
    • Be sure not to overestimate your ability when planning your trip: Humility can be a life saver. Plan for rapidly changing conditions and bring extra socks.

    Snow Depths:

    Burstall Pass: 6 cm

    Mud Lake: 11 cm

Maps

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Length Status Keywords
Buller Pass Hiking Hiking 7.5 km one-way to the pass; 9 km one way to Guinn's Pass junction, 10.1 km to Ribbon Lake Campground. Open
Burstall Pass

Note: Bikes permitted on first 3.5 km of trail ONLY.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 7.4 km one-way Open
Chester Lake Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 4.6 km one-way Open
High Rockies

Note: Hiker-cyclist camping allowed at select day use areas only from Jun 1 - Sep 20. See details.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 63.0 km Goat Creek to Peninsula Day Use; 80.0 km Goat Creek to Elk Pass Open
Karst Spring Hiking Hiking 0.8 km one-way Open
Peninsula Hiking Hiking 0.4 km Open
Rummel Lake

Warning: Trail is not maintained for summer use. Signage may not be up to date and hazards may exist along the trail.

 		Hiking Hiking Open
Spray Road West Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 10.8 km one-way Open
Watridge Lake Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 3.7 km one-way Open