Kananaskis Country Trails

Avalanche Report Web Page
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In case you ever need to be rescued someday...
Click here for important information:

 

Accidents happen—sometimes when you least expect it. A twisted ankle, an unexpected illness, or getting caught out in severe weather, and can’t make it out of the backcountry. This is when you need help.

Calling for help:

In any emergency, call the Kananaskis Country Emergency Services Centre for help. Dial 911 from a pay or cell phone—but remember that cell phone coverage can be limited in many locations in Kananaskis.
Tell the dispatcher that it’s an emergency in Kananaskis Country. The dispatcher will then transfer you to the Kananaskis Country Emergency Services Centre dispatch who will then ask you a series of questions to get a better understanding of your emergency. With satellite phones, dialing 911 may transfer you to an emergency centre unfamiliar with Kananaskis, so it’s important to call the local emergency number of
403-591-7767. No matter how you make your call, you’ll need to give:

• the exact location of the emergency
• the nature of the accident and the seriousness of any injuries
• your name and your call back number
• when the accident occurred

Once you have passed this information to the dispatcher, a Kananaskis Country Public Safety Specialist will be notified, and the best course of action will be determined.

On occasion, a helicopter may be used for a backcountry rescue. The rescue staff in the helicopter are not able to communicate with persons on the ground—so it’s imperative that standard visual signals are used to reduce confusion. Dispatchers will coach you how to make these signals but knowing them before heading into the backcountry is valuable.
Know before you go!

No one plans on having a bad day. Plan ahead, be prepared, take care,
and enjoy the mountains…safely!

—the Kananaskis Country Public Safety Team

Those on the ground with a satellite phone or with a cell phone in range are best equipped to remain in communication with dispatch, to reduce confusion as the helicopter approaches. We encourage all parties who travel in the backcountry to be fully prepared and plan to self rescue if the unexpected comes up.

Kananaskis Country Latest Detailed Trails Reports & Web Cams
Please refer first to “Important Notes” (see above box) for
current and latest closures, warnings, etc. when preparing your outing.

 

Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park Trails (As of November 20th, 2009 | 65 KB)	Webcam
Bow Valley Provincial Parks Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)	Webcam
Canmore & Areas Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)
Peter Lougheed Provincial Park Cross Country Ski Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)	Webcam We apologize for the interruption of correct image from this camera.
Kananaskis Valley Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)
Sibbald Flats Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)
Elbow/Sheep/Highwood Hiking & Equestrian Trails (As of November 19th, 2009 | 12 KB)
Chester/Sawmill & Mount Shark Cross Country Ski Trails (As of November 20th, 2009 | 12 KB)

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2009/2010 Day Use Facilities Schedule

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Backcountry Camping Permits:
Backcountry camping permits are required at all designated backcountry campgrounds in Kananaskis Country. Random backcountry camping without a permit is allowed in most Wildland Provincial Parks (excepting Sparrow Hawk and Memorial Lakes areas) and Provincial Forest Lands.

Backcountry camping permits cost $8.00 + GST per person per night. A non-refundable reservation fee of $10.00 + GST will be applied to all telephone and advance bookings. These fees are used to offset the cost of the Kananaskis Country backcountry camping and trails program. Persons under 16 years of age are not required to pay the fee, but do require a permit.
Permits can be purchased in person at Barrier Lake Visitor Information Centre and the Peter Lougheed Provincial Park Visitor Information Centre during normal hours of operation.
To purchase a permit by phone contact (403) 678-3136 (In Alberta toll-free by first dialing 310-0000). It is always a good idea to phone ahead to ensure that you can obtain a campsite.

Please check here the Backcountry Use Guidelines (will open an other browser window)

PLEASE REPORT HAZARDS AND TRAIL CONDITIONS TO OUR VISITOR CENTRES.

NOTE: Trail users, please use caution and be prepared for fallen trees, washouts and other natural hazards.
Backcountry users are advised to check the "Avalanche Report" on the Kananaskis Country website.

NOTE: Permits are required for all backcountry camping in Kananaskis Provincial Parks and some areas of Wildland Provincial Parks. These can be purchased in person at Kananaskis Country Visitor Centres, or by phone at (403) 678-3136 (to make this a toll-free call, dial the government rite line at 310-0000). Permit costs are $8.00 per night for people aged sixteen and older. There is also a non-refundable administration fee of $10.00 and GST. Please note that 48 hours notice of cancellation is required for a refund of camping permit fee.