Trail conditions
Whether you’re out for a leisurely hike or a longer adventure, make your trip a safe one by checking the latest conditions.
Avalanche safety
Most of the trails in the park travel through avalanche terrain. Plan ahead and know the risks. You are responsible for your own safety.
Avalanche informationIcy and muddy trails
Watch your step! Trails may be slippery. Wear appropriate footwear and consider trekking poles when navigating wet or icy sections.
Winter safetyWinter recreation
Akamina Parkway is open to vehicles up to Little Prairie Day Use Area. Parks Canada will set cross-country skiing tracks between Little Prairie and Cameron Lake as conditions allow.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
Cameron Ski Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Groomed with tracks set on both sides; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Dipper Ski Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Snow covered; Temporary bridge structures are in place. Use caution when crossing; | Trail details |
Around town
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Kootenai Brown Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Prince of Wales Loop Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Townsite Loop Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Alderson-Carthew Trail (from Townsite trailhead) | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Bear's Hump Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Bertha Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; Temporary bridge structures are in place. Use caution when crossing; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Townsite-Crandell Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Linnet Lake Loop Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Crypt Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: This hike requires a boat shuttle to and from the trailhead. Contact Waterton Shoreline Cruise Co. (403 859 2362) for shuttle schedule and availability, particularly during spring and fall; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Lower Bertha Falls Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Lakeshore Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
Akamina Parkway
Akamina Parkway is open to vehicles up to Little Prairie Day Use Area.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Akamina Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: The Akamina Parkway is closed to vehicles from Little Prairie Day Use Area to Cameron Lake; Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Cameron Lakeshore Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: The Akamina Parkway is closed to vehicles from Little Prairie Day Use Area to Cameron Lake; Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Rowe Lakes Trail: Lower Rowe Lakes Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Rowe Lakes Trail: Upper Rowe Lakes Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Boundary Creek Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Open to the Canada-U.S.A border; Trail not maintained often; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Carthew-Alderson Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: The Akamina Parkway is closed to vehicles from Little Prairie Day Use Area to Cameron Lake; Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Tamarack Trail (from Rowe Meadow to Lone Lake) | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Summit Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: The Akamina Parkway is closed to vehicles from Little Prairie Day Use Area to Cameron Lake; Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Lineham Falls Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Akamina Pass Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: The Akamina Parkway is closed to vehicles from Little Prairie Day Use Area to Cameron Lake; Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Crandell Lake Trail (Akamina Parkway) | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
Red Rock Parkway
Red Rock Parkway is available for hiking, biking and winter recreation. The road is closed to vehicles for the season.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Blakiston Falls | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Lost Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Avion Ridge | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Bellevue Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Snowshoe Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Red Rock Canyon Loop Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Blakiston Valley Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Twin Lakes Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
South Kootenay Pass Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Sage Pass Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Lone Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Goat Lake Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Crandell Lake Trail (Red Rock Parkway) | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; | Trail details |
Eastern areas / Highway 6
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Difficult |
Vimy Trail (from Wishbone junction) | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Wishbone Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Winter conditions; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Horseshoe Basin Trail | Variable conditions. | 04-01-2021: Route finding may be necessary; Avalanche terrain; | Trail details |