Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

Chester Lake

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

This is a forested trail that leads to an alpine meadow and the lake below Mount Chester. Bikes are only allowed on the first 2 km of the trail which follows a logging road. Check current Alberta fishing regulations.


Annual seasonal closure: May 1 to June 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage

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Chester Lake: Snow covered. Annual closure in place for Chester Lake until Jun 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail.

Length 4.6 km one-way
Elevation: 300 m / 1,000 ft
Group Size Limit: 35 (Permit information)
Summer
Winter
Trailheads
Trail Map Spray Valley & Peter Lougheed Map (Geo Referenced)
Peter Lougheed PP - Chester Lake Winter Trails
Trail Report: Peter Lougheed
Trails: Peter Lougheed | Kananaskis Country | All Parks

Updated: May 16, 2025