April 27th:  The final grooming of the season in PLPP was done on April 14th in the South end of the Park.  A few cm's of snow fell overnight on the 25th, but it melted quickly where it hit bare ground, and shrunk to varying degrees where it landed on a snow base.

Warm Spring temperatures and April rain have brought many low elevation trails down to ice in places with patches of bare ground or pavement and most trails north of (and soon including) Packers hav e bare spots, as well as a few at lower elevations south of Packers. There is still a decent snow base at higher elevations, though some sun exposed areas are getting thin. With general Spring freeze-thaw conditions, expect icy trails in the morning, softening when temperatures rise.  Grooming has now concluded for the season in PLPP and at Mt Shark.

Campground roads have now all been plowed, and will affect the trails of Amos, Wheeler, Whiskey Jack and Moraine.  Use caution if skiing these areas and be aware of possible bare pavement and drop offs where trails meet the campground roads.

Click on the computer icon above to access the Alberta Parks report and information on individual trails if applicable.

Reported on Apr 19, 2024 at 4:20 PM by Jody