June 21st: Be prepared for very slippery and changing conditions when heading out this weekend as heavy precipitation may continue to fall. Expect snow at around 1600m and accumulation at higher elevations.
Special Weather Statement is in effect for the area this weekend. Expect heavy rain, high winds, and likely snow at high elevations, all of which could change the trail conditions rapidly. Plan your trip accordingly.
Always come prepared for a variety of conditions, that can change suddenly throughout the day. You may want to consider bringing hiking poles, micro spikes, toques, gloves and multiple layers.
Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.
Closures:
Notes:
Warnings:
Burstall Pass Trail: Warning, June 8, 2025, A close encounter and multiple sightings of a grizzly bear near the trailhead.
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 Canadian Mount Everest Expedition Interpretive |
Hiking
|
2.1 km | Open | |
| Bill Benson |
Hiking
|
0.7 km one-way | Open | |
|
Black Prince Cirque Interpretive
Note: The Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge is NOT accessed from this trail.
|
Hiking
|
4.2 km | Open | |
| Boulton Creek Interpretive |
Hiking
|
4.9 km | Warning | |
|
Burstall Pass
June 5th: The lower portion of trail is snow free with snow patches becoming progressively deeper with elevation, with the some completely snow bound sections near border. Note: Bikes permitted on first 2.9 km of trail ONLY. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
7.4 km one-way | Open | |
|
Chester Lake
Chester Lake: Annual closure in place for Chester Lake until Jun 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail. June 19th: Snow free and downed trees removed. Lake is ice free. Sign changeover complete |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
4.6 km one-way | Closed | |
| Elbow Lake |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
Horseback Riding
|
1.4 km one-way | Open | |
| Elk Pass |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
5.6 km | Open | |
|
High Rockies
Partial closure due to activities associated with G7 Note: Hiker-cyclist camping allowed at select day use areas only from Jun 1 - Sep 20. See details.
|
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
63.0 km Goat Creek to Peninsula Day Use; 80.0 km Goat Creek to Elk Pass | Partially Closed | |
|
Highwood Meadows
Closed for construction |
Hiking
|
0.6 km one-way | Closed | |
|
Kananaskis Canyon Interpretive
Closed: Stream crossings washed away by penstock/dam construction. Trail is impassable and is closed indefinitely. |
Hiking
|
0.8 km | Closed | |
| Lookout |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
1.7 km | Open | |
| Lower Lake |
Hiking
|
3.5 km one-way | Open | |
| Lower Lake Interpretive |
Hiking
|
0.5 km one-way | Open | |
| Marl Lake Interpretive |
Hiking
|
1.5 km for loop | Open | |
|
Maude-Lawson
Note: This trail has been redirected just west of Forks for access to Turbine Canyon. |
Hiking
|
7.5 km | Open | |
| Peninsula |
Hiking
|
0.4 km | Open | |
|
Peter Lougheed Paved
Bear Closure: Portion of trail between Lower Lakes to Sarrail campgrounds.
|
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
12.1 km one-way | Partially Closed | |
|
Pocaterra
Note: This is not the undesignated Pocaterra Ridge or Cirque route. |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
9.9 km one-way | Open | |
|
Ptarmigan Cirque Interpretive
Parking lot at Highwood Meadows closed for construction. |
Hiking
|
4.5 km | Warning | |
| Rawson Lake |
Hiking
|
3.9 km one-way | Open | |
| Rock Glacier Interpretive |
Hiking
|
0.15 km one-way | Open | |
|
Rockwall
Closed for bear activity. |
Hiking
|
0.5 km | Closed | |
| Spruce Road |
Hiking
|
0.8 km | Open | |
|
Three Isle Lake
Note: Bikes only permitted to Invincible Creek, 3.8 km from trailhead |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
10.2 km | Open | |
| Upper Lake |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
15.7 km | Open | |
| Whiskey Jack |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
3.9 km one-way | Open | |
| William Watson Lodge Access |
Biking/Cycling
Hiking
|
0.6 km one-way | Open |
