Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

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


Elbow Valley

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Updated: August 06, 2026

Updated: August 06, 2026 | Print Report

    Aug 6th: Since the June 29th flood event in Kananaskis, significant progress has been made in restoring access across the region. Backcountry campgrounds have reopened. Some trails remain closed or have temporary reroutes in place where flood damage affected bridges, stream crossings, or trail sections. 

    Parks crews continue to repair and monitor trails, campgrounds, and other infrastructure impacted by flooding and high water. Visitors may encounter active work areas, detours, and changing trail conditions as restoration work progresses. 

    Use extreme caution around waterways, obey all posted signs and closures.  

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

    Notes:

    • Practice wildlife safety. Bears are up and active. 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.
    • For more information about trails within West Bragg Creek, please visit Greater Bragg Creek Trail Association.
    • 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.
    • 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.

Maps

Trail Name Permitted Activities (Legend) Length Status Keywords
Alder

Note: Accessed from Bragg Creek Provincial Park on Highway 758.

 		Hiking Hiking 1.6 km Open
Banded Peak Connector Hiking Hiking 2.4 km Open
Beaver Flats Interpretive Hiking Hiking 1.4 km one-way Open
Big Elbow

Significant flood damage, washouts, damaged bridges, and potentially impassable sections; full loop travel not recommended

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 26.5 km one-way Warning
Diamond T Loop Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 4.3 km Open
Elbow Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 4.6 km Open
Elbow Falls Interpretive Hiking Hiking 0.8 km Open
Elbow Valley Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 10 km one-way Open
Ford Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 18 km one-way Open
Ford Knoll Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 4 km Open
Fullerton Loop Hiking Hiking 6.8 km (Fullerton Loop is 4.0 km, additional distance is the access trail) Open
Jumpingpound Ridge Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 13.2 km one-way Open
Jumpingpound Summit Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 2.5 km one-way Open
Little Elbow

Significant flood damage, washouts, damaged bridges, and potentially impassable sections; full loop travel not recommended

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 23 km one-way Warning
Little Elbow Interpretive Hiking Hiking 2.5 km one-way Open
McLean Creek Interpretive Hiking Hiking 1.2 km return Open
Moose Mountain

Note: This trail is in a Public Land Use Zone and is not regularly maintained. Route finding may be required.

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 7.3 km one-way Open
Nihahi Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 2.4 km one-way Open
Nihahi Ridge Hiking Hiking 2.5 km one-way Open
Paddy's Flat Interpretive Trail

Black Bear sow and cubs frequenting the area. 

 		Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 2.2 km Warning
Powderface Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 6.2 km one-way Open
Powderface Ridge Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 7 km one-way Open
Prairie Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 9.2 km one-way Open
Prairie Link Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 3.2 km one-way Open
Prairie Mountain Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Trail Running Trail Running 8.4 km return Open
Ridgeback Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 8.8 km Open
Riverview Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking 2.7 km one-way Open
Snagmore Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 8.5 km (Loop from Fullerton Trailhead) Open
Sugar Daddy Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 3.6 km Open
Sugar Mama Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 3.5 km Open
Sulphur Springs Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 5.2 km Open
Threepoint Mountain Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 9.8 km one-way Open
Tom Snow Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 27.3 km Open
Tombstone Lakes

Significant flood damage, washouts, damaged bridges, and potentially impassable sections; Little Elbow/Big Elbow loop travel not recommended

 		Hiking Hiking 3.7 km one-way Warning
Trail Creek Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 2.5 km one-way Open
Wildhorse Biking/Cycling Biking/Cycling E-bikes E-bikes Hiking Hiking Horseback Riding Horseback Riding 15.8 km one-way Open