Trail conditions
General conditions
While on the trails, please behave responsibly and practice physical distancing. Where possible, create two metres distance between you and other people by stepping to the side and not following directly behind the person or group in front of you. Safety is a shared responsibility. Let’s work together to keep Kootenay National Park safe..
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Radium Hot Springs - Sinclair Pass Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (Oct-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
Valleyview | Good. | 06-05-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Loop | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Restoration | Good. | 06-05-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Campground Trail | Good. | 06-05-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Juniper/Sinclair Canyon | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Sinclair Canyon Trail | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Kimpton Creek Trail | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Wet and muddy sections; | |
| Easy |
Redstreak Creek Trail | Poor. | 06-05-2021: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | |
| Moderate |
Cobb Lake Trail | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Kindersley-Sinclair Pass Loop | Snow covered with wet, muddy and slippery sections. | 06-05-2021: Seasonal Restriction: Hiking parties must be in a group size of four or more. The maximum distance between two individuals must not exceed 3 metres and should be less when sight or hearing is reduced by the physical surroundings. Each hiking party should carry bear spray with them; Snowbound; Avalanche danger at high altitude; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Olive Lake | Closed. | 06-05-2021: Grizzly and black bears frequenting the area; | Trail details |
Kootenay River Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (Oct-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Dog Lake Trail | Spring conditions | 06-05-2021: Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Wet and muddy sections; Snow covered sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Simpson River Trail | Spring conditions | 06-05-2021: Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Wet and muddy sections; Snow covered sections; | Trail details |
Rockwall Trail Area
CAUTION! Avalanche danger You are responsible for your own safety. These trails are in avalanche terrain from November-June. Your group should be prepared with the appropriate knowledge, skills and equipment. For more information on winter travel and how to stay safe in the mountains, visit parksmountainsafety.ca or contact the Lake Louise Visitor Centre (403) 522-1264.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numa Creek Trail | Closed. | 06-05-2021: Respect all posted notices and signs; | Trail details | |
| Difficult |
Floe Lake Trail | Spring conditions | 06-05-2021: Snow covered sections; Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Numa Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | |
| Moderate |
Ochre Creek Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Rockwall Pass Trail: Rockwall Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Rockwall Pass Trail: Helmet Creek Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Tumbling Creek Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Tumbling Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | |
| Difficult |
Goodsir Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; |
Vermillion River Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (Oct-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Fireweed Loops | Fair. | 06-05-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
 Most Difficult |
Honeymoon Pass Trail: Honeymoon Pass | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; | Trail details |
| Most Difficult |
Honeymoon Pass Trail: Verdant Creek to Redearth Pass | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Hawk Creek/Ball Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Stanley Glacier Trail | Winter conditions. | 06-05-2021: Snow covered; Avalanche risk: Complex Class 3 - top half of trail crosses numerous avalanche paths. Lower section safe to 2.4 km. Stop at bridge over Stanley Creek; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Paint Pots Trail | Icy conditions | 06-05-2021: Snow covered sections; Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Marble Canyon | Icy conditions | 06-05-2021: Snow covered sections; Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Paint Pots to Marble Canyon trail | Icy conditions | 06-05-2021: Snow covered sections; Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Cleats recommended; | Trail details |