Mitchell Meadows Campground

Current notices from the source

Hazards due to wildfire damage — There are significant risks associated with entering areas that have been burnt over by the 2017 wildfires. Potential risks could include: danger trees and overhead hazards – the integrity of trees whose trunks, roots or branches have been damaged by wildfire is unreliable terrain instability resulting in landslides and falling or shifting debris and rock amplified runoff after rainfall or snowmelt which could result in a rapid increase of water course depth and flow rates or flooding conditions ash pits – may be deep and difficult to see respiratory effects caused by breathing soot and charcoal for extended periods of time Post-wildfire hazards may last for several years or longer after a wildfire and may be triggered at any time with little or no warning.

Watercraft and fishing equipment banned to combat transmission of invasive species — To help combat and mitigate the transmission of aquatic invasive species, effective immediately, the following fishing equipment and watercraft is banned in lakes, rivers, and creeks in Mount Assiniboine Park: Watercraft Belly boats Stand up paddleboards Dinghies Boats Fishing Equipment Wading bibs/pants - all types (neoprene, breathable, rubber) Wading boots - all types (felt sole, rubber sole) Park visitors failing to comply with these measures are subject to violations and fines under the Park Act . Park visitors are reminded to clean, drain, and dry all immersible water equipment prior to entering the park. To learn more about aquatic invasive species and provincial measures being taken to mitigate tra

Clean all equipment to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species — BC Parks is seeking your help to prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species into this park. Please adhere to the following measures. Clean plants, animals, mud from any watercraft and equipment before storing it or moving it into this park. Drain all water from any watercraft and equipment before storing it or moving it into this park. Dry all parts of your watercraft and equipment completely before storing it or moving it into this park. Recreational fishing gear should always be cleaned before and after entering this park. This includes waders, boots, fishing rods and lines, and other angling equipment. Never move species, organisms, or water from one body of water to another. This includes all fish sp

It is illegal to transport watercraft with the drain plug still in place — Before transporting a boat or other watercraft, owners/operators must remove the drain plug and drain all water on dry land including all internal compartments such as ballasts, bilges, and live wells. Why is this important? Whirling disease has been detected in Yoho National Park in B.C. and containment and prevention is critical. Read more information on the gov.bc.ca whirling disease webpage .

Be prepared for heavier snow conditions in 2026 than typically seen early in the season — Trail report, June 11, 2026 The hiking trail from Mount Shark looks to be clear of snow until about the warden cabin (Banff National Park), where snow patches begin along with many wet sections. The trail is fully covered in snow by the time you start climbing Assiniboine Pass. Wonder Pass has higher than average snowpack this year, and hikers can expect isothermic conditions. Snow depth at Mount Assiniboine Lodge averaged at 50 cm in addition to Magog Campground. Special note Sunshine Village is opening for skiing June 20 to July 5 due to high snowpack levels this year. Visitors accessing Mount Assiniboine Park from Sunshine Meadows should note that gondola/lift access will only be available to skier

Citadel Pass Trailhead access, June 20 to July 5 — Visitors planning to access the Sunshine Meadows area of Mount Assiniboine Park, including the Citadel Pass Trailhead and Porcupine Campground, should be aware that gondola and chairlift access will not be available from June 20 to July 5 due to a summer skiing program at Sunshine Village. Sunshine Village has advised that a hiking route from the village to the Citadel Pass Trailhead will remain available. However, hikers should be prepared for challenging conditions, with snow depths of up to 2 metres remaining on some sections of the trail.

Road closure, Highway 742 (Canmore Hill to Kananaskis) — Park visitors looking to access Mount Assiniboine Park via Mount Shark Trailhead and/or Heli Pad should note that Highway 742 is closed at Canmore Hill and not expected to reopen until Mid-July. If park visitors are planning to fly from Mount Shark, it is recommended to give an additional 2 hours of travel time from Canmore to the Mount Shark Helipad via Highway 40 (south through Kananaskis). Please check Alberta 511 detour information and closure updates.