This unique barrier free facility provides wilderness opportunities for Albertans with disabilities and senior citizens, and respite for their families and caregivers. Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, near Medicine Hat The Shoreline Trail is a flat 2.4 kilometre asphalt pathway following the south shore of Elkwater Lake.

There are boardwalks along the way overlooking marshy areas and plenty of parking is available at both ends of the trail. The visitor centre is also fully accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Miquelon Lake Provincial Park, near Camrose This park was originally designed as a bird sanctuary and over 200 species of birds visit the area each year. The campground features paved access between campsites and to the park beach. Washroom facilities are also barrier free. William A. Switzer Provincial Park, near Hinton In the Kelley's Bathtub area of the park, a 4 kilometre wheelchair-accessible trail meanders along the shore of Jarvis Lake. Three rest areas along the route provide exceptional views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

Here are the specifics of wheelchair accessible campgrounds/washrooms in the Cypress Hills area or southern Alberta.

1.) Crimson Lake Provincial Park, near Rocky Mountain House -http://gateway.cd.gov.ab.ca/siteinformation.aspx?id=27

Two wheelchair-accessible sites (paved & adjacent to shower building)

2.) Park Lake Provincial Park, near Lethbridge -

http://gateway.cd.gov.ab.ca/siteinformation.aspx?id=143

One wheelchair-accessible campsite; barrier-free washrooms. The trail is surfaced with hard-packed gravel, so wheelchairs should be those designed for rougher terrain and assistance may be required on some trail sections.

Connecting with nature is important for Albertans' quality of life. We are committed to supporting the participation of all people in park experiences and programs, regardless of ability. www.albertaparks.ca/pushtoopen

We are working to remove barriers in new and existing provincial park facilities, as well as in programs and daily operations. Please let us know about problems you encounter, as well as any exceptional places you think provide truly inclusive experiences.

Report a Barrier or Idea: kananaskis.outreach@gov.ab.ca

For more information on provincial parks, call 1-866-427-3582 or visit

www.AlbertaParks.ca