Effective Date: September 16, 2025 until further notice.
Where: Upper Kananaskis Lake Trail (south side) from Upper Lake Day Use to Point Campground (but not including Point Campground) and Hidden Lake Area
Why: An aggressive moose was encountered on the trail.
Effective Date: September 15, 2025 until further notice.
Where: Rockwall Trail and Peter Lougheed Discovery Centre Meadow Area.
Why: Multiple bears feeding in the area.
NOTE: Peter Lougheed Discovery & Information Centre remains open.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered anywhere in the Kananaskis Region at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Please report all bear sightings immediately to 403-591-7755.
Map of Affected AreaEffective Date: September 12, 2025, until further notice.
Where: Burstall Pass trail, parking lot and surrounding area.
Why: A bear bluff charged a hiker and bear spray was deployed.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered anywhere in the Kananaskis Region at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Please report all bear sightings immediately to 403-591-7755.
Effective Date: September 1, 2025 to January 30, 2026 or until further notice
Where: Elkwood Campground Amphitheatre, and Parking Lot
Why: Amphitheatre refurbishment is scheduled to occur at Elkwood Campground in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Construction is anticipated from September 1, 2025 to January 30, 2026 (subject to change / weather dependent).
From September 1 (construction commencement) to October 13, 2025 (when the campground closes for the season):
To facilitate construction activities, the Elkwood Amphitheatre and adjacent pathway will be closed to visitors. Heavy equipment will be working on-site. We recognize construction is inconvenient, however it is necessary to uphold public safety and to support construction efficiency. Please ensure you follow all signage posted on-site, do not cross construction barriers and keep a safe distance from the active work zone.
Effective Date: July 27, 2025, until further notice.
Where: Canyon Campground, William Watson Lodge and Campground, Boulton Creek Campground, Lower Lake Campground, Lower Lake Group Campground and Interlakes Campground.
Details: Multiple grizzly and black bears frequenting the campgrounds.
On June 16, 2025 a black bear accessed and damaged an unoccupied tent at Boulton Creek Campground, which contained food attractants. It is uncertain if the bear received any food reward. A warning has been issued for the other campgrounds in the facility zone because of their proximity to Boulton Creek Campground.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered anywhere in the Kananaskis Region at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Please report all bear sightings immediately to 403-591-7755.
Effective Date: July 2 to October 31, 2025, or until further notice
Where: Boulton Creek Campground Amphitheatre
Why: Minor amphitheatre refurbishment is scheduled to occur at Boulton Campground in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Construction is anticipated from July 2 to August 5, 2025 (subject to change / weather dependent).
A noise restriction for construction will be in place for the quiet hours of 4pm-10am. Furthermore, no construction will be permitted on weekends, statutory holidays or on Fridays past 2pm.
To facilitate construction activities, heavy equipment will be working on the site. We recognize construction is inconvenient, however it is necessary to uphold public safety and to support construction efficiency. Please ensure you follow all signage posted on-site, do not cross construction barriers and stay away from the active work zone.
Effective Date: Seasonal closure until further notice
Where: Valleyview Road from Elpoca Day Use Area to HWY 40 (South) near Little Highwood Day Use Area, including Valleyview Day Use Areas.
Why: Frequent bear activity in this area
