
Trail conditions
Kootenay National Park
In the mountains, trail conditions can change quickly. Find the latest trail condition reports and closures for Kootenay National Park. Be sure to check back often for up-to-date information.
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Fire information
Current fire danger: View fire danger rating
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Fire Danger Rating
Current Fire Rating
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Current fire danger | Low | 25-09-2023: Not applicable; |
Radium Hot Springs - Sinclair Pass Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (October-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible. In order to prevent the spread of whirling disease, it is prohibited to enter, approach or remain within 3m of any waterbody in Yoho National Park.
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Valleyview | Snow covered. | 29-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Redstreak Loop | Road access closed | 29-11-2023: Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
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Redstreak Restoration | Road access closed | 29-11-2023: Walk or bike in access only, road closed to vehicles; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
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Redstreak Campground Trail | Trail Closed. | 18-11-2023: Adhere to all posted warnings and closures along trails; | Trail details |
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Juniper/Sinclair Canyon | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Sinclair Canyon Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Kimpton Creek Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | |
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Redstreak Creek Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | |
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Cobb Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
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Kindersley-Sinclair Pass Loop | See comment section | 18-11-2023: 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; Numerous trees down on trail; Snow covered; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Olive Lake | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
Kootenay River Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (October-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible. In order to prevent the spread of whirling disease, it is prohibited to enter, approach or remain within 3m of any waterbody in Yoho National Park.
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Dog Lake Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
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Simpson River Trail | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
Vermillion River Area
Caution: Trails are not maintained during winter season (October-May). Hazards such as fallen trees, slippery sections and trail damage possible. In order to prevent the spread of whirling disease, it is prohibited to enter, approach or remain within 3m of any waterbody in Yoho National Park.
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Fireweed Loops | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Cleats recommended; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Paint Pots Trail | Snow covered with icy sections. | 27-10-2023: Cleats recommended; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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Marble Canyon | Snow covered. | 18-11-2023: Cleats recommended; Ice, snow and slippery sections; Use caution; Unmaintained trail; Stay on designated trails and viewpoints; | Trail details |
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Paint Pots to Marble Canyon trail | Caution. | 18-11-2023: Avalanche risk: Simple class 1 - at 1.7 km, the trail crosses a 30m wide runout zone of avalanche path; Unmaintained trail; Use caution; Ice, snow and slippery sections; | Trail details |
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