In two weeks the G7 will be in Kananaskis so please avoid the area, no entry will be allowed. No exceptions.
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What to Expect in Kananaskis (Anticipated Closures)
As Alberta prepares to host the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis from June 15 to 17, select roads, campgrounds, day-use areas, and trails in the area will be temporarily closed before, during, and after the Summit.
To support the security of the G7 Summit, the RCMP will establish a controlled access zone, which will be closed to the general public, from June 10 – 18 in Kananaskis Country. Expect access restrictions, road closures, traffic detours, temporary closures and increased security presence. Some site closures are already in place and may extend into July. These measures are essential for the event’s success and the safety of all participants.
As the G7 Summit approaches, be sure to check for official updates on Kananaskis closures and alternative routes on the RCMP’s Integrated Safety and Security Group website and AlbertaParks.ca/Advisories. Planning ahead will help ensure you have a successful and enjoyable visit.
Travelling around Kananaskis during the Summit
Many areas will still be open to visitors, but you may experience traffic delays or need to take an alternate route as Highway 40 will be closed from June 10 – 18 between Mount Lorette Ponds and Galatea Day Use areas. The Highwood Pass (Highway 40 from Highwood Junction to the Kananaskis Lakes Trail Junction) will be closed to vehicle traffic up to and including June 20 and will open June 21.
Some areas not located within the controlled access zone may also be impacted due to the closure of the Highwood Pass. This may include campsites, group areas and backcountry camping located near or along the Highwood Pass in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Spray Valley Provincial Park and Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park.
While campgrounds will remain open, visitors with affected reservations will be contacted directly and offered a full refund due to the reduced access. Campers and users still planning to visit the affected area should be aware that access to campgrounds and day use areas will require travel on a mountain gravel road with steep inclines and uneven surfaces.
Printable Map: G7 Summit Kananaskis Highway Impacts Map (8.5×11 US Letter)
June 10 to 18 Alternate Route – HWY 742 (Smith-Dorrien Trail)
During both road closures from June 10 to 18, alternate route into Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley Provincial Parks is the Highway 742 (Smith-Dorrien Trail). Travellers should exercise caution if choosing to drive on Highway 742 (Smith-Dorrien Trail). This is a gravel mountain road, and road conditions can be unpredictable, with washboarding and potholes. There is no cell service along Highway 742 (Smith-Dorrien Trail) south of the Canmore Hill.
All motorists should drive with caution and be aware of spring and winter weather causing icy or muddy conditions, especially with increased traffic in both directions. All motorists should plan ahead and carefully assess whether their vehicle is suitable for remote, unpaved, and uphill travel. Vehicles towing trailers (including RVs) and low-clearance vehicles are advised not to travel via the Highway 742 (Smith-Dorrien Trail) due to steep and narrow road segments, especially up the Canmore Hill.
Please note: A Kananaskis Conservation Pass will still be required for vehicles parked at provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis Country and the Bow Valley.
