Feb 20th: Grooming took place at Mt.Shark on Thursday with periods of heavy snowfall starting mid afternoon and was still snowing when grooming wrapped up in the early hours of Friday morning leaving 1-3cm's (possibly more) on top of the fresh grooming. Since last week 25-30cm's of new snow had accumulated on the trails which was much needed after over a month with very little new snow. 

There is generally a good base at Mt Shark but a few hazards still exist, such as a few drainage dips and possible exposed ground or rocks (on the two usual tight corners on Ursa Major and Hercules

Always come prepared for a variety of conditions, that can change suddenly throughout the day. You may want to consider bringing hiking poles, micro spikes, toques, gloves and multiple layers. Snowshoeing, Winter Walking and fat biking are only permitted on the multi-use Watridge Lake trail.

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

Reported on Feb 20, 2026 at 2:02 AM by Adam