By Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs - (@morrittjacobs on Twitter)

Waterton Hikers Need to Use Shuttle Service to Access Hiking Trails in the Park

Jun 13, 2016 | 9:50 AM

WATERTON LAKES:  Parks Canada will be introducing a complimentary shuttle service for hikers in Waterton Lakes National Park thsi week.

From June 16th until September 18th, 2016, Parks Canada will be providing a complimentary shuttle service for hikers to access trails along the Akamina Parkway.

Due to construction at the Cameron Lake Day Use Area, the Akamina Parkway is closed to all public traffic, including pedestrians and cyclists this season.

The shuttle is available by reservation only with three pick-up points throughout the Waterton Village.

The shuttle service provides access to the Crandell Lake, Lineham Falls, Rowe/Tamarack, Akamina Pass, Summit Lake and Carthew-Alderson trailheads.

What's Happening in Lethbridge this week: November 4-10, 2024

Nov 04, 2024

What's Happening in Lethbridge this week: October 28-November 3, 2024

Oct 28, 2024

What's Happening in Lethbridge this week: October 21-27, 2024

Oct 21, 2024

The Cameron Lakeside Trail is closed to the public.

“As Parks Canada performs upgrades on roads, campgrounds, day use areas, and other facilities in Waterton Lakes National Park, we are doing everything we can to ensure visitors have the best possible experience. This shuttle service provides Canadians with opportunities to continue to discover and enjoy Waterton Lakes National Park while important infrastructure work is completed,” Locke Marshall, Visitor Experience Manager, Waterton Lakes Field Unit.

In Waterton Lakes National Park, a total of over $107 million is planned to be invested in supporting conservation and visitor experiences.

Of that funding, $91.7 million is being spent on 17 infrastructure related projects.

To book a spot or for a list of shuttle stops and shuttle schedule visit the website  or the self-serve system at Tamarack Outdoor Outfitters in the Waterton village.