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

    The trail meanders through aspen and mixed woods up the escarpment above the Elbow River. Aptly named, this trail has great views of the river canyon. It is also a good wildflower trail. The trail is accessed from the west end of the Paddy's Flat Interpretive Trail in Paddy's Flat Campground.

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    Open
    Length 2.7 km one-way
    Elevation: 102 m / 300 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