Crescent Falls Provincial Recreation Area

Alberta Parks

Advisories

  • Construction Advisory - Crescent Falls Trail & Equestrian Trail

    Effective:  November 15, 2024   Updated:  November 26, 2024

      Due to minor construction works along the main Crescent Falls Trail access will be prohibited between November 26-30, 2024.

      Visitors are advised to use the Crescent Falls Road access to reach the lower day use area and viewing structures.

      Additionally, minor construction work will occur on the equestrian trail north of the Trailer Parking Area, the trail will remain partially open with detours during the install of water bars.

      Visitors are asked to follow all construction signage and keep out of active construction zones.

  • Winter Access

    Effective:  October 15, 2024   Updated:  October 31, 2024

      Due to hazardous seasonal road conditions, the vehicle gates to the day use area are now closed for the season. The upper parking lot will remain open, the access road and upper parking lot are routinely plowed for vehicle access. Crescent Falls Day Use Area remains open but is limited to foot traffic only. The campground is closed for the season.

        • Visitors should be prepared to walk the from the upper parking lot on the 0.8 KM trail which is rated at moderate/expert skill level due to the incline.
        • We recommend that visitors utilize micro spikes or hiking poles for stability.
        • There is access to outhouse washrooms in the upper parking lot.
        • No drop off zone available until May 2025.

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