Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks
A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.
    Notice - Beaver Ponds, Galatea and Mt. Lorette Ponds Day Use G7 ClosureNotice - Beaver Ponds, Galatea and Mt. Lorette Ponds Day Use G7 Closure

    Little Elbow Trail is half of the popular Elbow Loop. The trail is an old fireroad that follows west and south along the Little Elbow River over Tombstone Pass to Tombstone Backcountry Campground. There are views of mounts Romulus, Remus, Glasgow and Tombstone. The trailhead is located at the very west end of the Equestrian Campground.

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    Warning

    Warning: No vehicle access to primary trailhead, Dec 1 - May 14.

    Length 23 one-way km
    Elevation: 400 m / 1,310 ft
    Group Size Limit: 35 (Permit information)
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    Trailheads
    Trail Map Elbow Valley Summer Trails Map
    Trail Report: Elbow Valley
    Trails: Elbow Valley | Kananaskis Country | All Parks
    Updated: Mar 20, 2025