Jan 21st: The snow level is decreasing and what remains may be hard packed, icy or bare in some areas.
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.
Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.
Annual Road Closures:
McLean Creek Road: Closed Dec 1 - Apr 30, south of McLean Staging access road, north of Fisher Creek.
Highway #66: Closed Dec 1 - May 14, west of Elbow Falls & Powderface Trail.
Moose Mountain Road: Closed Dec 1 - May 14.
Powderface Road: Closed Dec 1 - May 14.
Notes:
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Alder
Note: Accessed from Bragg Creek Provincial Park on Highway 758. |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.6 km | Open | |
| Banded Peak Connector |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.4 km | Open | |
|
Beaver Flats Interpretive
Warning: No vehicle access from Beaver Flats Campground, Dec 1 - May 14. Access from Beaver Lodge Day Use only |
Hiking (Winter)
|
1.4 km one-way | Warning | |
| Diamond T Loop |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
4.3 km | Open | |
| Elbow Falls Interpretive |
Hiking (Winter)
|
0.8 km | Open | |
| Elbow South |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Skate Skiing
Skiing
Snowshoeing
|
2.3 one-way / 2.6km return | Open | |
| Elbow Valley |
Fat Biking
Snowshoeing
|
10 km one-way | Open | |
| Fullerton Loop |
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.8 km (Fullerton Loop is 4.0 km, additional distance is the access trail) | Open | |
| Iron Horse |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
2.4 km | Open | |
| Iron Vista |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
|
1.3 km | Open | |
| McLean Creek Interpretive | 1.2 km return | Open | ||
| Paddy's Flat Interpretive Trail |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.2 km | Open | |
| Powderface Creek |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
6.2 km one-way | Open | |
|
Prairie Creek
Horse use is not recommended East of Prairie Link due to narrow trail and unstable, shale-type footing that presents a challenge for horses. |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
9.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Link |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
3.2 km one-way | Open | |
| Prairie Mountain |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.4 km return | Open | |
| Ridgeback |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.8 km | Open | |
| Riverview |
Hiking (Winter)
|
2.7 km one-way | Open | |
| Snagmore |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
8.5 km (Loop from Fullerton Trailhead) | Open | |
| Sugar Daddy |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
3.6 km | Open | |
| Sugar Mama |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
3.5 km | Open | |
| Sugar Pony |
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
|
0.9 km | Open | |
| Sulphur Springs |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
|
5.2 km | Open | |
| Tom Snow |
Fat Biking
Hiking (Winter)
Horseback Riding (Winter)
Snowshoeing
|
27.3 km | Open |
