Discover the adventure that awaits you in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Trails For Mountain Bikers & Hikers Day Hikes (No Bikes Permitted) Backcountry Campgrounds—Permit Required The interpretive trails will reveal the natural and cultural histories of Hiking Safety the Kananaskis area. The hiking and mountain biking trails will provide you TRAIL ACCESS REMARKS TRAIL ACCESS REMARKS CAMPGROUND ACCESS/REMARKS Peter Lougheed Provincial Park with hundreds of kilometres of spectacular scenery. There are paved trails for the novice mountain biker and hiker, and BURSTALL PASS Burstall Pass day This trail takes you through forests 1982 CANADIAN MOUNT White Spruce parking This is a short climb through mature ELBOW LAKE 1.3 km via Elbow Lake Trail from Elbow Pass Day Use. (125 m 7.4 km one way use on the Smith- and willow flats, then climbs steeply EVEREST EXPEDITION lot 120 m/400 ft. forest to a high lookout point between (seasonal closure) elevation). No equestrian camping. 15 sites. Picnic tables, water, rugged wilderness trails for the experienced backcountry enthusiast. 470 m/1550 ft. Dorrien/ Spray Trail to alpine meadows and Burstall Pass. 2.1 km loop elevation gain the Upper and Lower Kananaskis toilets, firepit/firewood, 12 storage lockers. Before You Hike Summer Trails Enjoy your day hike or backpacking trip and please stay on elevation gain Flowing water may cover the trail Lakes. POINT 3.4 km via Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit from North Interlakes Day the trails for your own safety and for the protection of through the willow flats. Bikes are BLACK PRINCE allowed to the end of the old logging Use. (25 m elevation). On Upper Kananaskis Lake. 20 sites. Picnic • Plan Ahead! the park environment. CIRQUE tables, water, toilets, firepit/firewood, 16 storage lockers. road only (2.7 km). DAY USE ONLY 4.2 km loop Smith-Dorrien/Spray This trail climbs to a seasonally variable cirque lake through forested Trail 90 m/300 ft. 7.3 km via Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit/Three Isle Lake Trail from Chester Lake This forested trail leads to an alpine elevation gain. and open areas. The first section FORKS • Research your route and check the weather forecast . Ensure you Peter Lougheed Provincial Park is managed as a Natural Heritage Site CHESTER LAKE 4.6 km North Interlakes Day Use. (100 m elevation). On Upper Kananaskis one way parking lot on the meadow and lake below Mt. Chester. follows an old logging road. River. 15 sites. Picnic tables, water, toilets, firepit/firewood, 16 have adequate information to assist with route-finding such as maps, within Alberta’s network of recreation and protected areas. This ensures 300 m/1000 ft. Smith-Dorrien/ Bikes are allowed only on the first 2 km BOULTON CREEK storage lockers. 4.9 km loop guidebooks or a GPS file of the route . that its provincially significant natural, cultural, and historical resources are elevation gain Spray Trail of the trail which follows a logging road. Boulton Creek Bridge This trail takes a short climb to protected, while providing quality recreational and educational experiences DAY USE ONLY picnic area Boulton Creek Cabin then follows THREE ISLE 10.3 km via Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit/Three Isle Lake Trail for visitors. a ridge for a view of the mountains from North Interlakes Day Use. (500 m elevation). Steep headwall. • Make a trip plan and let a friend or family member know where you are ELBOW LAKE Elbow Pass This is a steep forested trail (old road) Continues to South Kananaskis Pass, BC. 16 sites. Picnic tables, to the south and west, then returns water, toilets,16 storage lockers. 1.4 km one way Junction picnic to Elbow Lake and the campground. along the creek. going and when you plan to return . Canada’s AdventureSmart website 120 m/400 ft. area on Hwy. #40 It provides access to excellent biking HIGHWOOD MEADOWS includes excellent trip planning resources . Hikers trails in Kananaskis Country East. This 0.6 km one way TURBINE CANYON 15.1 km via Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit/Three Isle Lake Trail/ Day hikes or longer backpacking trips will take visitors into is the only trail in the Park which allows Maude-Lawson Trail from North Interlakes Day Use. (500 m equestrian use. Watch for horses on Highwood Meadows This short trail follows, at times, a elevation). Continues to Maude Lake and North Kananaskis Pass, • Ensure that you are carrying a safety communication device such as an more remote areas of the park. Overnight hikers can choose the trail. KANANASKIS CANYON parking lot on Hwy. boardwalk through a fragile alpine BC. 12 sites. Picnic tables, water, toilets,12 storage lockers. from five backcountry campgrounds when planning their trip. 0.8 km loop #40 meadow. Barrier-free. ASTER emergency personal locator device or a cellular phone . However, note that LAKE 10.8 km via Upper Kananaskis Lake Circuit/Aster Lake Route from Certain hiking trails also provide access to Banff National ELK PASS Elk Pass parking lot The Elk Pass Trail climbs to the pass Upper Lake Day Use (550 m elevation). 5 sites. Water, toilets, 8 cellular service is limited in many areas including the mountains . Park, as well as Elk Lakes Provincial Park and the Height of 6.1 km one way on an old fire road. You have the option Canyon Campground This trail winds its way through pine storage lockers. 210 m/700 ft. to continue into BC. and Elk Lakes LOWER LAKE near entrance of forests to the old Kananaskis River the Rockies Provincial Park in British Columbia. The Park elevation gain Provincial Park. Elk Lakes headquarters 3.5 km one way Loop B Canyon. The trail returns on the old Backcountry Permits • Pack appropriate equipment for your outing . Items to consider include: Visitor Centre can provide up-to-date information and is 6 km from the Alberta/BC border. riverbed along walkways and stairs. proper footwear, extra layers of clothing including a hat or toque, protection Bikes are not permitted in Elk Lakes Backcountry permits are required at all designated backcountry can be reached at 403-591-6322. P.P. MARL LAKE William Watson Lodge This is an enjoyable lakeside walk campgrounds in Kananaskis Country. Permit information is from the sun, wind and insects, a flashlight or headlamp, adequate food 1.5 km loop or Canyon picnic area with views of the Spray Range. available at any Kananaskis Country Information Centre. and water, and an emergency shelter . Junction of Whiskey This trail takes you up to the Fire Cyclists LOOKOUT The backcountry reservation line is 403-678-3136. 2.4 km one way Jack and Pocaterra Lookout and a panoramic view of the The park offers cyclists more than 12 km of paved trails. In 200 m/650 ft. Trails area. Elkwood Amphitheatre This trail winds its way through forest • Carry bear spray year round and know how to use it! Watch this how-to addition, mountain bikers will find a number of challenging elevation gain parking lot, or and wetland to Marl Lake. Due to Every effort is made to ensure that the information is as video . Elkwood Campground steepness of grades and distance accurate and comprehensive as possible but it is subject to unpaved trails open for their use. Many other trails are not PTARMIGAN CIRQUE we recommend a companion for wheelchair users of this barrier-free change without notice constructed to accommodate mountain bikes. Please check PAVED BICYCLE TRAILS Campgrounds and Lodgepole, Wheeler and Lakeside Trails 4.5 km loop Park Visitor Centre form 12 km of paved trails that connect 210 m/700 ft. trail. While You Hike map and trail descriptions before setting out on your trip. refer to map most of the campgrounds in the park. Highwood Meadows This steep trail leads you to a fragile • Stay on established trails and avoid trail braiding . Equestrian POCATERRA RAWSON LAKE parking lot on Hwy. alpine meadow and a spectacular 7.9 km one way Pocaterra Hut This trail goes through open meadows 3.9 km one way #40 view of the surrounding mountains. The Elbow Lake trail is the park’s only equestrian trail. This parking lot and forested areas; has dramatic views Fragile environment, stay on the trail. 250 m/950ft. 320 m/1050 ft. • Share the trail with other users . During breaks, step off the trail so others trail is also open to hikers and mountain bikers. It connects elevation gain of Mt. Wintour and the Opal Range. Connects with Lookout, Whiskey Jack can pass . with numerous trails in the Elbow and Sheep areas of and Rolly Road Trails as well as Hwy. Upper Lake picnic After leaving Upper Lake Trail, it Kananaskis Country. #40. area is a long, steady climb through a ROLLY ROAD subalpine forest. The trail terminates • Do NOT pick or collect wildflowers or other vegetation including deadfall . 1.9 km one way Pocaterra Hut This trail climbs steeply from the parking lot area, then descends at a beautiful alpine lake surrounded Picking or collecting rocks, fossils and artifacts is NOT permitted . Take a Emergency parking lot ROCK GLACIER by mountain peaks and alpine gradually to Pocaterra Trail 1.9 km 150 m one way photograph instead! further. It provides a nice view of the meadows. Check current regulations If you require Fire, Ambulance, Police or Mountain Rescue for fishing closures. DAY USE ONLY assistance, immediately call 9-1-1. Tell the operator you have Spray Range. Watch for occasional ROCKWALL vehicles on the road. • Do not litter . This includes cigarette butts, seed shells and tissue . an emergency in Kananaskis Country. 0.5 km loop A short stop at an unusual rock SMITH-DORRIEN MTN. BIKING This challenging system of trails is Pull off on Hwy. #40 TRAIL SYSTEM Chester Lake formation. • Occasional shouting will warn wildlife that you are in the area . parking lot and a series of old logging roads with SPRUCE ROAD Sawmill pinic area steep climbs and swift descents. 1 km loop Park Visitor Centre This paved path leads to a lookout For More Information DAY USE ONLY & UN-MAINTAINED. THREE ISLE LAKE TRAIL to point that overlooks Rockwall fen and • This is especially important near noisy creeks and in dense forest . the Opal Range. Barrier-free. Park Visitor Information Centre ...... 403-591-6322 Point Campground 3.6 km one way North Interlakes Follow the Three Isle Lake Trail for 2.2 UPPER LAKE William Watson Lodge This paved path leads through pine • Shouts are more effective than a bell, whistle or horn . Service Alberta Call Centre (toll free in Alberta) ...... 310-0000 picnic area km then join Upper Lake Trail for 1.4 15.7 km loop and spruce forests. An audiotape km to Point Campground. It has a rocky guide is available from the William section where it crosses the Palliser Watson Lodge. Barrier-free. • If you decide to take your dog into the backcountry Campground Reservations WHISKEY JACK rockslide. Bikes are not allowed beyond 4.5 km one way Point Campground. 210 m/700 ft. Upper Lake or North The south shore of this lakeside trail Interlakes picnic area passes Sarrail Falls, through stands • Your dog must be kept on a leash at all times . Auto Access Boulton Creek & Elkwood ...... 1-877-537-2757 elevation gain Boulton Creek This trail connects with Lookout and of spruce and fir. On the north side, Or visit www .reserve .albertaparks ca. to book online Trading Post Pocaterra Trails. It is a rough descent the trail crosses the Palliser rockslide, parking lot because of drainage channels cut on the way to Point Campground. • Your dog's waste must be packed out or buried . Group Campgrounds ...... 403-591-7226 across the trail. There are also steep This trail circumnavigates Upper sections. Combined with Pocaterra Kananaskis Lake and takes in Lower Lougheed Provincial Park The way to Peter Trail, this is an excellent biking route. Kananaskis Falls. • Wildlife regard your pet as either prey or predator . ISBN: 0-7785-1166-9 Pub. No.: I/844 Printed June 2016 Mount Mount 2700 To Burstall Pass Blane French 742 2100 Talus French 2,993 m0 Glacier 0 Wildlife Viewing and Chester Lake 3,234 m 4 Lake Trailheads 40 2 Smith- Dorrien 12 km King Creek Glacier 1860 Wildlife viewing and photography comes with responsibilities; the most Smith- Kent King South Closed 9000 Dorrien Creek Creek Fork Creek Smith-Dorrien/ Dec. 1-June 14 Creek important is respect to all wildlife. Mount Spray Trail inclusive Elbow-Sheep Jellicoe (gravel road) Mount 2400 Viewing Distances 3,246 m Kananaskis Burney Wildland Little 2,934 m Elbow Haig 2.8 km Trail (road) Glacier 1800 Peter Lougheed Provincial Park 2700 These are the minimum distances from wildlife that are applicable in most cases. Warspite 1.4 km Lake Kananaskis Provincial Park Black Lakes Trail Mount Stay back at least Prince Jerram Cirque Spillway Rolly 2,996 m • 100 metres from bears Winsport Canada Lake Ski Camp Road Pocaterra 1800 (Loon Hut • 50 metres from all other large species Lake) Mount Black Prince Mount 3.5 • 200 metres from coyote, fox or wolf dens Maude Wintour 3.6 3,042 m Kananaskis 1.9 2400 Tombstone Canyon 0.8 1.1 Lakes Dam However, it is up to each person observing wildlife to watch for defensive Turbine Mount Pocaterra Little North Black Prince 0.5 GROUPS Elbow Canyon 0.5 warning signals. If you see the following defensive warning signals from Kananaskis 2,932 m Peninsula Tombstone Pass Maude Rockwall Lake Turbine 0.5 Mountain 2,368 m Canyon 3,055 m wildlife, pull back further or leave the area. If you cause an animal to move, 2.1 Opal Tombstone you are too close. Maude Brook Canyon Kananaskis Brook Creek 2700 Visitor Creek Lodgepole Information Trail (road) Leroy Mount 2400 2.0 Creek Warspite Canyon 3.5 Centre British 1800 Opal • Bears make a “woofing” noise, growl and pop their jaws or swat the ground. Alberta 2,850 m Lower 2.0 Falls 2100 Lawson Lake 2400 • Bull elk and moose put their heads down and paw at the ground. Columbia Lake Canyon Elpoca Piper Sheep Park Patrol Elkwood Viewpoint Cabin Upper Creek • Cow elk flatten their ears, stare directly at you and raise their rump hair. Height of Kananaskis Gate Beatty River Spruce Elbow • Even agitated deer can be dangerous and cause injuries to people. the Rockies Glacier Road Pocaterra 2100 Bill Creek Elpoca River Provincial Mount Mount Benson 0.5 Elkwood Mountain Elpoca 3,029 m Beatty Invincible Creek 3.5 Other Wildlife Viewing & Photography Guidelines Park 2,999 m 2,730 m William 1740 (BC) Watson 1.8 Lodge • Never approach the den site of any species. Invincible Pocaterra Big Elbow 2700 7.7 Maude-Lawson Lake 6.8 1.5 Valleyview Gap Rae • Do not surround, crowd or follow an animal. Marl Mountain Lake Lower Lake 2,675 m • Do not stalk or pursue wildlife. 2100 2400 2400 K a n a n a s k i s Beatty 1800 • Never follow an animal into the bush. Lake Mount Lake Beatty Indefatigable Wheeler • Do not try to entice wildlife by feeding or by simulating animal calls (e.g. elk Creek 2,670 m Little 2100 Spotted 2100 Highwood bugling). 4.6 Wolf Pass

2400 Creek 2 • Choose the best time of day. Early morning and late afternoon/evening are the Lower 1 Smith-Dorrien Area 0 Lake Kananaskis 0 Lakes Trail Boulton Creek1800 0.4 Elbow best times for Mount Trading Post Pass Putnik Pocaterra viewing many species of birds and mammals. 2,940 m Three Isle Creek Elbow Lake Lake • Use viewing guides and equipment. Make use of binoculars and spotting South 5.0 Boulton 1.4 scopes to get a close-up look. Kananaskis Creek Elbow Pass Dam 1.9 Three 0.5 0.4 Lake Bring field identification guides to help you identify what you see. 2,306 m 0.2 1.3 1800 Isle Whiskey Jack 2.8 Lake • If you don’t have a telephoto lens for your camera (at least 300-400 mm), Forks Upper 1.2 1.5 Panorama Upper 4.5 4.5 Kananaskis Lake 40 show the animal in Thr Falls Mt. Sarrail

Three Isle Lake ee Isle North Lakeside Lake 1860 its natural surroundings. Interlakes 1.9 Mount Rae Mount 3.5 3,218 m Worthington Lower Interlakes Boulton • The best way to safely photograph wildlife is from a vehicle or observation area. Three Bridge 2.4 2100 Mount 2,838 m Isle Kananaskis Falls Rockfall • Never put people (especially children) at risk by posing them with wildlife. McHarg Creek 2.4 Upper 3.8 3.0 Lake 2,888 m Lake 2.1 Boulton Creek Lookout 0.15 Park Patrol 2400 Point 1740 Rock Cabin 0.2 Glacier Traffic & Parking 2400 U p p e r Dam Underground1800 Peter Lougheed K a n a n a s k i s 1982 • If you see a wildlife grazing at roadside, please don’t stop. Drive by slowly Every effort is made to Lake Canadian Ptarmigan instead. Provincial Park Mt. Everest Fire 2100 Cirque 2100 White ensure that these maps are as Expedition Lookout • If you must stop to view roadside wildlife Lyautey Spruce Hidden 2400 2.1 Glacier Lake Elk accurate and comprehensive as Upper 4.0 1.2 Pass • Avoid stopping along roadways during periods of high traffic volume. possible but information is (intermittent) Lake 2400 2.4 • Do not stop at or near hill crests, corners, or sharp curves and intersections. subject to change without notice Mount Lyautey Upper Lake 4.7 Boulton Little 0.6 • Pull vehicles well onto the shoulder and park safely off the driving lanes. Use 3,082m Rawson Creek N Highwood Defender 2700 Lake Scale: 1 : 77,000 Highwood Mountain Alberta Pass Meadows 1.1 roadside pull-offs and parking areas to help avoid traffic congestion around 2.7 wildlife. Sarrail 1 km 2100 2280 Northover Creek Contour Interval: 60 m Highwood • Use your hazard lights. Glacier Meadows 1380 2700 Rawson Fox • Remain in your vehicle. Onslow British Mount Northover Lake Creek Mountain Fossil Columbia 3,003 m Falls • Stay at least 100 metres away even if you're in a vehicle. Wildlife need their 2700 Elk Lakes 1.4 space. Elk Foch Provincial 0.5 Pass Mount • If you get out of your vehicle, do not trample vegetated areas. Pond Tyrwhitt Park West East 2,874 m Aster Elk Elk 2700 Creek Park Patrol Cabin Mount (BC) Pass Pass These guidelines will cause the least impact on wildlife, ensuring they re- Sarrail 1,905 m Aster 3,174 m Lake Foch Fox main safe and wild. Traffic congestion around wildlife sometimes results in Creek Lake motor vehicle accidents. Drive carefully and be observant of other drivers.