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Kananaskis Conservation Pass required
A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to access the Kananaskis Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ) with your vehicle. For more information, see:
Maps of this area
Download current maps of the Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ):
- Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zones
- McLean Creek Public Land Use Zone (georeferenced)
- Sibbald Snow Vehicle Public Land Use Zone (georeferenced)
- Cataract Creek Snow Vehicle Public Land Use Zone (georeferenced)
The georeferenced map of this area is intended for use with the Avenza app on a mobile device. This app is only compatible with Apple iOS and Android smartphones and tablets, as well as Windows phones. It cannot be used on desktops and laptops. For more details, visit:
This map can still be viewed with a standard PDF viewer, but the georeferenced enhancements will not be functional.
Firearm use restrictions
Within the 1 km No Camping/No Open Fires zone, there is to be no firearm discharge, except for lawfully authorized hunting purposes.
Printed maps can be picked up at information kiosks in the Kananaskis Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ) and at Alberta government offices. An online map outlining the restricted zone is also available.
For further information, see:
Activities
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Camping
- Random, no-service camping is permitted. For further information see: Recreation on public land - Overview.
- Campsites and fires must be 1 kilometre (0.6 miles) from a Provincial Recreation Area.
- Serviced camping is available through: Alberta Parks.
- Review the regulations and best practices for camping on public land.
- Random, no-service camping is permitted. For further information see: Recreation on public land - Overview.
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Motorized
- Off-highway vehicles (OHV) not permitted.
- McLean Creek PLUZ provides OHV opportunities: McLean Creek PLUZ.
- Snow vehicles not permitted. Snow vehicle opportunities are provided in:
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Non-motorized
- Hiking permitted.
- Equestrian permitted only on designated equestrian trails.
- Cross-country skiing permitted.
- For relevant clubs, trails and other information see, Alberta TrailNet.
- Review the regulations and best practices for non-motorized recreation on public land.
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Hunting
- Alberta hunting regulations apply.
- For details on hunting regulations, visit the My Wild Alberta website at: Hunting: Regulations.
- Hunting is not permitted in Provincial Recreation Areas (PRAs).
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Fishing
- Alberta fishing regulations apply.
- For details on fishing regulations, visit the My Wild Alberta website at: Fishing: Regulations.
Indigenous peoples
- Access and opportunities to exercise Treaty rights and traditional land-use opportunities will continue for Indigenous communities and organizations.
Area and trail information
View information for Provincial Park Recreation Areas and other information on the region:
About this area/PLUZ
| Established: | October 1979 |
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| Mandate: | The Kananaskis PLUZ provides a range of recreation experiences for motorized and non-motorized users. |
| Size: | 1,128 square kilometres (435 square miles). |
| Legislation, management, and planning: | Familiarize yourself with current legislation and regulations: |
| Stewardship, monitoring, and biodiversity initiatives: | For current information on stewardship projects and citizen science opportunities, see: |
Resources
Contact
Connect with us:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
South Saskatchewan Region Office – Calgary
Phone: 403-297-8800
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:
8660 Bearspaw Dam Road NW
Calgary, Alberta T3L 1S4