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Visitors & Hikers

The Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area (ASCCA) is open for the public to hike and enjoy. All visitors MUST make a booking online before you come to the ASCCA.  When you arrive at the ASCCA, you must also register at the kiosk and pay the $2/person user fee.

Book a hike using our online booking form: book your hike

Please note that we will not send a confirmation of your booking unless the group is 15 or more. We will only notify you if there is a problem with your chosen visit date. If you have any questions or concerns about your booking please call (403) 931-1042.

Note: A variety of wildlife, including bears and cougars, are present at the ASCCA. For your own safety and that of the wildlife please keep your distance and make your presence known on the trails. Wildlife sightings will be posted at the Welcome Kiosk when you sign in.

 

GUIDELINES

To use the Area, you MUST agree to the following guidelines, requested by the donors Ann and Sandy Cross.

The ASCCA is not a park. It is a conservation area, which is why these guidelines are in place.

  • Everyone must register in the Kiosk before using the Cross Conservation Area and pre-book online prior to your visit. Please understand that if you do not book then you do not have our permission to use the Area. Book at least a day before each and every visit.
  • The ASCCA is closed between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m.
  • Horses, dogs or other pets are not allowed on site. Cars, bicycles and other vehicles are allowed only in the parking lot.
  • Access the ASCCA from the lower parking lot only. This is to reduce the impact on land and wildlife.
  • Camping, fires and smoking are not allowed.
  • Hunting and discharging firearms are also prohibited.
  • There is no cross-country skiing allowed.
  • There is no water on the trails so please bring your own.
  • There are no garbage cans on the trails. Please pack out what you pack in.
  • Stay on the trails and keep your distance from the wildlife to protect yourself and the animals.
  • Leave everything in its place. Do not pick flowers or plants and do not take anything away from the ASCCA.
  • Steward the land. Call (403) 931-1042 to report contraventions you see.

If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail us at info@crossconservation.org or call us at (403) 931-1042.

area wildlife + plants

Ruffed Grouse
Bonasa umbellus
Small head crest, mottled reddish or grey-brown with a black shoulder patch, and a dark band on the tail.
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