HCA Alerts

Alerts are removed when they are no longer in effect.

Christie Lake

  • Following the July 29 fire that heavily damaged two conservation area buildings, some facilities and services remain affected. Flush toilets and drinking water are available at the Marina Pavilion. Portable washrooms are available at the beach area and the former Lakeside Pavilion site to support both washroom access and changing needs. Boat rentals are not available at this time. Learn more here. 

Devil’s Punchbowl

  • March 26: Some of the lights on the cross located at the Devil’s Punchbowl Conservation Area are not functioning correctly. Staff are aware of the issue and are working to repair it.

Eramosa Karst

  • April 22, 2026: Increased coyote activity reported at Eramosa Karst and Felker’s Falls Conservation Areas. Coyotes may be more visible and defensive during denning season. Please use caution: keep dogs leashed, stay on trails, follow posted signage, and do not approach wildlife. Some areas may be temporarily closed. Learn more about living with coyotes.

Felker’s Falls

  • April 22, 2026: Increased coyote activity reported at Eramosa Karst and Felker’s Falls Conservation Areas. Coyotes may be more visible and defensive during denning season. Please use caution: keep dogs leashed, stay on trails, follow posted signage, and do not approach wildlife. Some areas may be temporarily closed. Learn more about living with coyotes.

Meadowlands

  • October 10, 2025: The trail at the Meadowlands Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to area flooding.

Tiffany Falls

Valens Lake

  • Construction is underway for the new campground loop with work extending through Fall 2026. Visitors may experience temporary construction-related noise and activity during their visit. Construction work is anticipated to occur primarily on weekdays between 8 AM and 4 PM. There will be no construction activity on weekends or statutory holidays. Construction equipment and contractor access will be visible in and around the project area. The walk-in campsite parking lot will remain closed during construction. Learn more here.
  • The new lookout platform project is underway. While the project has experienced some unexpected delays, completion is now planned during the 2027 calendar year. A small section of the trail will remain inaccessible until construction is complete. Learn more here.