Trail conditions at Elk Island National Park
Elk Island National Park
Elk Island has a number of trails of varied lengths winding through the different habitats found within the park. Elk Island is not mountainous and the trails found here have very few steep inclines. Each trail contains many wildlife viewing opportunities, from two different subspecies of bison to a multitude of songbirds.
Whether you’re out for a leisurely hike or a longer adventure, make your trip a safe one by checking the latest conditions.
Share the trail
Trails are shared by hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, horseback riders and wildlife alike. Respect other users and yield the right of way to ensure safety. Use extra caution when cycling. Cyclists can quickly and quietly startle wildlife.
Bison and people
Be responsible - treat bison and other wildlife with the respect they deserve and need. Be bison wise and help reduce the likelihood of an encounter.
Elk Island National Park of Canada
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
Beaver Pond Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Hayburger Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Lakeview Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Amisk Wuche Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Living Waters Boardwalk Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Stay on trail; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Moss Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Shirley Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Shoreline Trail: Beaver Bay Loop | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | |
| Easy |
Shoreline Trail: Elk Island Loop | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | |
| Easy |
Shoreline Trail: Shoreline Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Simmons Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Tawayik Lake Trail: Oster Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 07-12-2022: Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | |
 Difficult |
Tawayik Lake Trail: Tawayik Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 15-12-2022: No dogs allowed; Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Wood Bison Trail | Closed. | 07-12-2022: Bridge(s) unsafe; | Trail details |
Ski Trails
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moderate |
Nordic Ski Trail | Snow covered. | 14-03-2023: Trail groomed; | Trail details |
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