Akamina Parkway

Waterton Lakes, Alberta · Waterton Park → Cameron Lake

Sweeping8.7 mi35 min1,300 ft climbHigh point ≈ 5,500 ftOne way

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The drive

The Akamina Parkway climbs 16 km from the Waterton townsite up the Cameron Valley to Cameron Lake. The September 2017 Kenow wildfire badly damaged the parkway and valley, and Parks Canada has since repaved the road, added guardrails and signs, and removed hazard trees and loose rock. This drive covers 8.7 miles in about 35 minutes, sweeping with one twisty stretch.

Cameron Lake has a day use area with interpretive exhibits, open washrooms and a 1.6 km trail along the western shore. You may see bighorn sheep, moose and mule deer on the way.

Along the way

Waterton Park
Cameron Lake

Elevation

1,300 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 5,500 ft

Waterton ParkCameron Lake

Curves

Mostly gentle, with one twisty stretch

mi 3–5

Waterton ParkCameron Lake

GentleHairpins

Good to know

The road is narrow and winding with no shoulder, and the speed limit is 50 km/h.
Watch for pedestrians, cyclists and wildlife; traffic can be heavy on weekends.
Keep 30 m from deer, moose and elk and 100 m from bears, wolves, coyotes and cougars.

Closed to cars past Little Prairie from early November (November 2 in 2026) to mid-May. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Parks Canada: Waterton driving.

Questions about this drive

How long is the Akamina Parkway?

The parkway runs 16 km from Waterton townsite to Cameron Lake; this drive is 8.7 miles and takes about 35 minutes.

Is the Akamina Parkway open in winter?

Parks Canada says it is open year-round, but in winter vehicles can go only as far as Little Prairie Day Use Area.

What is the speed limit on the Akamina Parkway?

The speed limit is 50 km/h on a narrow, winding road with no shoulder.

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