Flood recovery is ongoing in Kananaskis. Some trails, day use areas and backcountry campgrounds are impacted. Check Advisories before you travel.
Flood recovery is ongoing in Kananaskis. Some trails, day use areas and backcountry campgrounds are impacted. Check Advisories before you travel.
Effective Date: July 8, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Blackfoot Lake Staging Area Day Use , Central Staging Area Day Use , Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area , Islet Lake Staging Area Day Use , Waskehegan Staging Area Day Use
Details:Due to recent heavy rains, trails are wet and muddy and some trails and bridges are underwater. Please check trail reports or staging area kiosks for closures before heading out. Use caution in wet areas, as beaver trenches may be hidden and pose a tripping hazard.
This trail provides access to the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village via the southeastern boundary of Elk Island National Park and the northwest corner of the Blackfoot Lake area. Moose are sometimes seen in the area.
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Trail intersection at both ends in underwater |
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| Length | 2.0 km |
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Summer Trail Map
Blackfoot Lake Staging Area Trail Map Cooking Lake-BlackfootWinter Trail Tear Sheet Cooking Lake-BlackfootWinter Trail Map Waskehegan Staging Area Trail Map Winter Trails Pamphlet with Map Summer Trails Pamphlet with Map |
