Peter Lougheed Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

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


Peter Lougheed Park Discovery & Information Centre

 Advisories and Closures ()

Bear Closure - Elpoca Day Use Area and Valleyview Road

    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:

    • Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
    • Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs.
    • Keep your pet on a leash.
    • Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it.
    • Secure attractants like food, garbage, pet food and any scented items in hard sided vehicles or bear proof lockers.
    • Learn more about bear safety.

    Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.

    Map of Affected Area

Updated: January 20, 2026 
Bear Closure - Kent Ridge North and James Walker Drainage

    Effective Date: November 30, 2025 - Until Further Notice

    Where: Peter Lougheed PP , Kent Ridge North, James Walker Drainage, Mount Chesmill, Mount Inflexible, Mount James Walker Access

    Details: A Grizzly Bear denning close to an undesignated trail (route).

    Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:

    • Make plenty of noise and travel in groups.
    • Be aware of your surroundings. Look and listen for bears and their signs.
    • Keep your pet on a leash.
    • Carry bear spray. Make sure it’s easily accessible and know how to use it.
    • Secure attractants like food, garbage, pet food and any scented items in hard sided vehicles or bear proof lockers.
    • Learn more about bear safety.

    Report sightings and incidents to 403-591-7755.

    Map of Affected Area

Updated: January 20, 2026 
Closure - Blackshale Suspension Bridge

    Effective Date: November 30, 2025 - Until Further Notice

    Where: High Rockies (Winter) Trail , Peter Lougheed PP , Blackshale Suspension Bridge

    Details: The bridge is designed for summer use only. Snow accumulation reduces effective handrail height and creates slippery conditions, making winter use unsafe.

Updated: January 20, 2026 
Construction Closure - Elkwood Campground Amphitheatre

    Effective Date: September 1, 2025 - Until Further Notice

    Where: Elkwood Campground , Peter Lougheed PP , Elkwood Campground Amphitheatre

    Details: Amphitheatre refurbishment is scheduled to occur at Elkwood Campground in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Construction is anticipated from September 1, 2025 to June 6, 2026 (subject to change/weather dependent). To facilitate construction activities, the Elkwood Amphitheatre 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.

    Follow the direction of all signage and personnel in the area and stay out of active construction zones.

Updated: January 20, 2026 

Note: Calls are answered daily from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ONLY.

Seasonal Hours

Apr 1 - May 7

May 8 - Oct 13

Oct 14 - Nov 30

Dec 1 - Mar 31
Monday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Tuesday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Wednesday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Thursday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Friday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Saturday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Sunday CLOSED 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CLOSED 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Closed December 25

Amenities


Information

    Discovery Centre Services:

    • WiFi is accessible from outside the building while closed
    • All facilities including the information counter, interpretive museum, Meadowview Lounge, High Country Theatre and flush toilets are open to the public when the centre is open
    • Trail reports and other information will be available at the Kiosk in the Upper Parking Lot and on the electronic display in the front windows.

    Special Events:

Updated: Dec 23, 2025