Dec 1st: Not much more than a trace of new snow has fallen in PLPP since Nov 22nd, and more snow is needed before any more grooming work may be done. Some South end trails were groomed only on Nov 23rd with snowmobile rolling done on some middle (mostly paved) trails, and most other ski trails were snowmobile packed. The full array of early season natural hazards exist on all ski trails (generally more lower and further north). These include exposed rocks, dirt and brush, uneven surfaces, bumps and dips, and possible open water or ice.
Updated grooming and track setting information for cross-country ski trails is included on the Live Grooming Report link on the right side of the page.
Expect hiking and snowshoe trails to be a mix of snow and ice, generally increasing in depth with elevation. At any time come prepared for a variety of conditions. 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.
Annual Road Closures:
Highway 40: Closed Dec 1 - Jun 14, from Kananaskis Lakes Trail to Highwood House Junction.
Closures:
Notes:
Snow Depths:
Highwood Pass: 38cm
Mud Lake: 32cm
Burstall Pass: 45cm
Aster Lake: 60cm
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Amos
Nov 22: Snowmobile packed. |
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2.4 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Blueberry Hill
Nov 23: Bumps and uneven surfaces, with some exposed rocks at the very top. Groomed: Nov 23 |
|
3.5 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Boulton Creek
Nov 16: Snowmobile packed. |
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2.2 km one-way | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Braille
Nov 29: Snowmobile Packed. |
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2.2 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Canyon Snowshoe
|
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1.7 km one-way | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Chester Lake
|
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4.6 km one-way | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Chester Lake Snowshoe
|
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3.4 km one-way | Open | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing |
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Come Along
Nov 23: Snowmobile Packed. |
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2.1 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Elk Pass
Nov 23: Fairly thin at the parking lot, increasing in depth with elevation. Some exposed rocks and uneven surfaces. Groomed: Nov 23 |
|
5.6 km | Open | Hiking,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Elkwood Loop Snowshoe
|
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4.1 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Fox Creek
Nov 16: Snowmobile packed. |
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1.6 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Frost Heave Snowshoe
|
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2.5 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Frozen Toad Loop Snowshoe
|
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8.1 km | Open | Fat Biking,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Graupel Snowshoe
|
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5.6 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Hogarth Lakes Loop Snowshoe
|
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3.9 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Hydroline
Some uneven surfaces exist. Groomed: Nov 23 |
|
3.8 km | Open | Hiking,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Lodgepole
Nov 29: Snowmobile Packed. |
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4.2 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Lookout
Nov 16: Fully snowmobile packed. There is open water with the creek on the south side. Always use extra caution on Lookout, particularly the steep South side. Roller Packed: Nov 16 |
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4.9 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Lower Lake Group Camp
|
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1.3 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Lower Lake Snowshoe
|
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3.9 km one-way | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Lynx
Nov 23: Snowmobile packed. |
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1.8 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Marsh Loop Snowshoe
|
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1.3 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Meadow
Nov 23: Snowmobile packed. |
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4.0 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Moraine
Nov 17: Snowmobile packed. |
|
3.1 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Packers
|
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3.1 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Patterson
Nov 23: Some uneven surfaces exist. Groomed: Nov 23 |
|
0.9 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Penstock Loop Snowshoe
|
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4.5 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Pocaterra
Nov 23: Snowmobile packed from Pocaterra Hut to Tyrwhitt Junction. Very thin at the Hut, increasing snow depth with elevation. |
|
9.7 km one-way | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Pocaterra Training Grid
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
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Rolly Road
Nov 23: Snowmobile packed. Beware of farmed snow piles close to the trailhead. |
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1.7 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Rolly Road Training Grid
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC | |
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Sawmill Loop Snowshoe
|
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5.1 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Sinclair
Nov 29: Snowmobile Packed. |
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1.3 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Snowdrift Snowshoe
|
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8.3 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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South Sawmill Loop
|
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2.8 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Spruce Road
Very thin with possible exposed pavement. Roller Packed: Nov 23 |
|
0.8 km | Open | Hiking,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Tailwater Snowshoe
|
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1.9 km | Open | Fat Biking,Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Torpor Loop
|
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6.1 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat Duane |
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Tyrwhitt
Nov 17: Snowmobile packed. All early season hazards exist including bumps and uneven surfaces, brush, open water, and possible exposed rocks. |
|
5.4 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
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Upper Lake Connector
Nov 16: Snowmobile packed. |
|
0.9 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Wheeler
Extremely thin in places with possible exposed pavement. Roller Packed: Nov 23 |
|
4.7 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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Whiskey Jack
Nov 17: Snowmobile packed. Very thin at the bottom, some bumps and uneven surfaces throughout. |
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4.0 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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William Watson Lodge Access
Extremely thin with possible exposed pavement. Roller Packed: Nov 23 |
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0.6 km one-way | Open | Biking/Cycling,Hiking,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
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William Watson Lodge Connector
|
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0.7 km | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat Duane |
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Wintour Snowshoe
|
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5.1km/10.2km return | Open | Fat Biking,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Snowshoeing Fat Biking, Fat Bike, Phat |
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Woolley
Nov 23: Snowmobile packed. |
|
2.1 km | Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
