Effective Date: May 31, 2020 - Until Further Notice
Where: Elpoca Day Use , Little Highwood Pass Day Use , Pocaterra Warming Hut , Valleyview Trail
Details:Frequent bear activity has been noted along Valleyview Road from Elpoca Day Use Area to HWY 40 (South) near Little Highwood Day Use Area, including Valleyview Day Use Areas.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
Map of Affected Area
Effective Date: April 20, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Elkwood Campground , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park , Elkwood Campground Amphitheatre
Details:Work will take place from approximately April 20 to June 6, 2026.
To facilitate construction activities, the section of Wheeler Trail between the Elkwood Amphitheatre and Elkwood Parking Lot will be intermittently closed to all visitors during active work periods. Heavy equipment will be operating on site.
We recognize that construction may cause inconvenience; however, this work is necessary to maintain public safety and ensure efficient project completion. Visitors are asked to follow all posted signage, respect construction barriers, and maintain a safe distance from active work zones.
Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.
Effective Date: May 13, 2026 - Until Further Notice
Where: Lower Lake Campground , Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
Details:A grizzly bear and cubs are in the area.
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.
Elkwood Campground is in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, 50 km south of Hwy. 1 on Hwy. 40 and south on Kananaskis Lakes Trail. This large campground offers well-treed sites for RVs and tents, and has both unserviced and power/water options. There are many amenities and activities available here, including interpretive programs, a playground, showers, hiking trails, paved bike paths, and close access to the Kananaskis Lakes.
| Site Type | Campsites | Power | Rate/Night | Reservable Dates | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unserviced | 61 | - | $31 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
| Power/Water | 69 | / 30 | $47 | May 7 - Oct 11 | Book It |
On-site manager & caretaker.
Amphitheatre
Firepits
Flush Toilets
Pay Phone
Pit/Vault Toilets
Playground
Power
Showers
Water - Hookup
Water - Tap
Secure Food Storage
Firewood available for purchase at Boulton Creek Campground store and on site from campground attendants.
WaterWater services are available seasonally from mid-May to early September; weather dependent. Campers are expected to bring their own water during the shoulder seasons.
Showers are token operated.
SewageSewage available from early June - September (weather-dependent).
