Are there bears at Grassi Lakes?
‘Bears can be encountered anywhere in Kananaskis Country and at any time,’ province says. Multiple sightings of grizzly bears and black bears have been reported at Grassi Lakes trail, a popular hiking spot near Canmore, officials warn.
Is Grassi Lakes open right now?
Effective June 1, 2021, a Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley….Kananaskis Country.
| Closed | |
|---|---|
| Grassi Lakes Interpretive trail (hard trail) has been closed for the seasonal closure due to unsafe, icy conditions. | |
| Trail Report: | Canmore and Area |
Is Mount Lady MacDonald open?
Read our COVID-19 update by clicking this. Effective June 1, 2021, a Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley….Kananaskis Country.
| Open | |
|---|---|
| Trailhead: | Cougar Creek |
| Length: | 3.2 km |
| Elevation Profile | 1200 m |
| Type: | Out-and-Back |
Is Grassi Lakes safe?
Grassi Lakes is fun, but dangerous Back to video There’s even a new route graded 5.11d that has become very popular in the Meat Hooks area. All of these things combine to make Grassi Lakes one of the best places to hang out in the summer near Canmore, but few climbers and hikers know that it’s also dangerous.
Can you swim at Grassi Lakes?
Swimsuit – You can swim at Grassi Lakes, so if your keen for a dip in the icy cold water, bring your swimsuit and maybe a towel for afterward! Water – Although the water at Grassi Lakes looks drinkable and probably is, be sure to bring your own water.
Do you need Kananaskis Pass for Grassi Lakes?
Effective June 1, 2021, a Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.
Is Mount Yamnuska closed?
Effective June 1, 2021, a Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley….Kananaskis Country.
| Open | |
|---|---|
| Trailhead: | Yamnuska Day Use |
| Trail Map | Kananaskis Valley Map (Geo Referenced) |
| Trail Report: | Bow Valley |
Can you drink water from Grassi Lakes?
Is the Grassi Lakes hike in Canmore kid friendly?
One of the many reasons the Grassi Lakes hike is so popular is that it is one of the best kid-friendly hikes in Canmore. It has a nice, wide trail allowing parents and kids to walk side-by-side up to the lakes – a nice upgrade vs. walking single file on most mountain hiking trails.
Where is the Grassi Lakes trailhead?
The Grassi Lakes trailhead is in the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, just minutes south-west of Canmore. It’s a 30-minute drive from the Banff townsite and a 12-minute drive from downtown Canmore.
Are Grassi Lakes in Banff National Park?
Grassi Lakes may not be in Banff National Park, but it is still in the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains making this prime bear country. We love bears and would hate for any harm to come to them or you, so please take the time to educate yourself by reading Safe Travel in Bear Country.
How hard is it to walk the Grassi Lakes?
There are two different routes to the Grassi Lakes – the Upper Grassi Lakes Trail (the “ easy” one) and the Grassi Lakes Trail (the “ more difficult” one). The Upper Grassi Lakes trail has a steady, gentle incline the whole way up. Virtually everyone in reasonable shape will be able to walk to the Grassi Lakes with no difficulty.