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

Effective Date: July 7, 2026 - Until Further Notice

Where: Cat Creek Provincial Recreation Area , Fitzsimmons Creek Provincial Recreation Area , Sheep River Provincial Park

Details: Alberta Parks will be conducting vault toilet replacement at six (6) locations in Kananaskis Region. Work will occur at the following locations from July 07 to August 31, 2026 (subject to change and weather dependent):
  • Sheep River Provincial Park: Sandy McNabb Upper Day Use, Junction Creek Day Use, Head Office Parking Area
  • Cat Creek Provincial Recreation Area: Cat Creek Day Use
  • Fitzsimmons Creek Provincial Recreation Area: Fitzsimmons Creek Day Use
To facilitate construction activities, heavy equipment will be working on site and some areas of parking will be temporarily closed to accommodate staging. Temporary barricades and signage will be present to delineate work areas. We recognize construction is inconvenient, however it is necessary to uphold public safety and to support construction efficiency.

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

Map of Affected Area

Updated: August 31, 2026 

Effective Date: June 20, 2017 - Until Further Notice

Where: Indian Oils Day Use , Sheep River Provincial Park , Sheep River

Details: 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.

Updated: August 12, 2026 

Sandy McNabbUpper Day Use Area is the trailhead for the Long Prairie Loop and Death Valley trails. Amenities include pit toilets and a loading ramp for equestrians.

Amenities

Updated: May 12, 2026
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