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Maps, activities and regulations for this Public Land Use Zone.
Public Lands Camping Pass required
A Public Lands Camping Pass is required to random camp on public land along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
A restriction of motorized use for the Cardinal Headwaters Trail is in effect. Off-highway vehicle (OHV) access is permitted from July 30 to October 15.
Download current maps for the Coal Branch Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ):
View information for Provincial Park Recreation Areas and other information on the region:
Know and understand the regulations and permitted activities for the area before your visit. For details, visit Recreation on Public Land – Overview.
This area was created in May 1999 to mitigate environmental impacts in sensitive areas and to protect, and properly manage reclaimed mine sites.
This area is 571 square kilometres (220.5 square miles).
Check out the Outdoor Recreation Channel for current information on stewardship projects and citizen science opportunities.
Connect with Alberta Environment and Parks:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Foothills Office – Hinton
Phone: 780-865-8267
Toll free: 310-LAND (5263) (in Alberta)
Call 310-LAND anytime to report illegal activity, public safety issues, and enforcement concerns on Crown land (public land, provincial parks and protected areas).
Address:
3rd Floor, 131 Civic Centre Road
Hinton, Alberta T7V 2E6
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