Advisories

Bear Closure - Nash Meadow and Bighorn Lookout

July 6, 2019

Effective Date: July 6, 2019 until further notice
Where: Nash meadow, East of Bighorn Lookout and South of Highway 546
Why: Bear Feeding on Carcass

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:

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 bear spray.
Learn more about bear safety on our webpage or at WildSmart.

Please report all bear sightings immediately to 403-591-7755.

Area encompassing Sandy McNabb Road

June 23, 2018

Effective Date: June 23, 2018 until further notice
Where: The area encompassing Sandy McNabb road in Sandy McNabb Day Use.
Why: Roadside embankment has falling rocks and debris falling across the road.

Washed Out Bridge Material in Sheep River

June 20, 2017

Please be advised of washed out bridge material in the Sheep River approximately 100m downstream from the Indian Oils Day Use area. The material extends into the flow causing a strainer and other risk of getting hung up with numerous protruding pieces. Caution is advised in this area.

Sheep River Provincial Park

Sheep River PP