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. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Loop | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Restoration | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Redstreak Campground Trail | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Juniper/Sinclair Canyon | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Sinclair Canyon Trail | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Kimpton Creek Trail | Bear Warning | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Bears frequenting the area; | |
| Easy |
Redstreak Creek Trail | Bear Warning | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Bears frequenting the area; | |
| Moderate |
Cobb Lake Trail | Bear Warning | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Kindersley-Sinclair Pass Loop | Snow covered with wet, muddy and slippery sections. | 15-06-2021: 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. | 15-06-2021: 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 | Closed. | 15-06-2021: Bridge(s) unsafe; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Simpson River Trail | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | 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. | 15-06-2021: Respect all posted notices and signs; | Trail details | |
| Difficult |
Floe Lake Trail | Early season conditions. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Snow at high elevation ; Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Numa Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 15-06-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | |
| Moderate |
Ochre Creek Trail | Fair. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Rockwall Pass Trail: Rockwall Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 15-06-2021: 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. | 15-06-2021: 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. | 15-06-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Numa trail access closed; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Tumbling Pass Trail | Winter conditions. | 15-06-2021: 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. | 15-06-2021: 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 | Good. | 15-06-2021: Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
 Most Difficult |
Honeymoon Pass Trail: Honeymoon Pass | Winter conditions. | 15-06-2021: 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. | 15-06-2021: Snowbound; Backcountry travel not recommended; Avalanche danger - Complex Class 3; Carry avalanche transceivers, probe and shovel; Dangerous fords; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Hawk Creek/Ball Pass Trail | Fair. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Stanley Glacier Trail | Fair. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Water levels are high; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Paint Pots Trail | Wet and muddy sections. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Marble Canyon | Fair. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; Use caution; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Paint Pots to Marble Canyon trail | Fair. | 15-06-2021: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |