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

Effective Date: August 20, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Many Springs Day Use , Many Springs Interpretive Trail

Details: Multiple black bears have been seen feeding on berries in the area.

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.

Effective Date: August 17, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , Three Sisters Campground

Details: Multiple Black Bears have been observed within the campground recently.

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.

Effective Date: June 18, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Bow Valley Provincial Park , YMCA Camp Chief Hector

Details: Black bears have been seen in and around the YMCA Camp feeding on natural vegetation.

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.

Updated: August 13, 2026 

Three Sisters Campground is found in Bow Valley Provincial Park, 12 km east of Canmore on Hwy. 1, outside Dead Man's Flats. Sites here are well-treed sites suited to both RVs and tents. The campground is beside the Bow River and has a hand launch for small non-motorized boats. Campers can enjoy hiking and biking trails, fishing and paddling in the area. 

Camping

Season: Apr 30 - Oct 12
Site Type Campsites Power $/Night Reservable Dates Current Status
Unserviced 36 - $31 -
First-Come, First-Served
  • Boat launch is for non-motorized public vessels only; commercial operators require a permit to launch or take out any non-motorized vessels.
  • Parking available outside campground gates only.

Amenities

First-Come, First-Served
Firewood

Firewood is available for purchase from campground manager/hosts.

Water

Please bring your own water. Water from the hand pump is not safe for consumption or use and should only be used to put out fires.

Sewage

There nearest sewage disposal station is at Bow Valley Campground. Check Kananaskis RV Sewage Disposal Stations for a full listing.

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Updated: Jul 13, 2026
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