May 25: Most sun-exposed trails are drying up quickly though you may still encounter snow and ice in shaded/north-facing areas. Trails will be wet and muddy in areas where snow is melting. Wear appropriate footwear, bring extra layers, and you may want to carry poles and microspikes.
If heading into the backcountry, be aware of avalanche conditions. Skiers/riders and ice climbers should be aware of overhead hazards. View snow levels listed below for updated depths in different areas of the park. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
Closures:
Chester Lake Trail: May 1 - Jun 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail.
Notes:
Warnings:
Snow Depths:
Updated May 29
Snow depths are assessed by Avalanche Canada stations. For most accurate information, please visit avalanche.ca
| Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Status | Keywords |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Buller Pass
May 4: The trail is still covered in snow and avalanche danger exists. Please exercise caution if choosing to hike. |
|
Open | Hiking Duane |
|
Burstall Pass
Note: Bikes permitted on first 2.9 km of trail ONLY. |
|
Open | Biking/Cycling,Hiking Duane |
|
Chester Lake
Closed: May 1 - Jun 29 to allow area to dry and prevent damage to trail. |
|
Closed | Biking/Cycling,Hiking |
|
High Rockies
Note: Hiker-cyclist camping allowed at select day use areas only from Jun 1 - Sep 20. See details. Note: A dangerous washout has occurred on the High Rockies Trail south of the Goat Creek Trail. See details. |
|
Open | Biking/Cycling,Dog Sledding,Hiking |
|
Karst Spring
May 18: Mainly snow free. |
|
Open | Hiking |
|
Peninsula
May 17: Downed trees removed. |
|
Open | Hiking |
|
Rummel Lake
Warning: Trail is not maintained for summer use. |
|
Warning | Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Skiing,Snowshoeing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
|
Spray Road West
|
|
Open | Biking/Cycling,Hiking,Hiking (Winter),Horseback Riding,Skijoring Duane |
|
Watridge Lake
|
|
Open | Biking/Cycling,Hiking,Horseback Riding |
