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The peninsula is a delightful place for a picnic, with incomparable views down the length of Lower Kananaskis Lake. Several trails on the peninsula lead to viewpoints along the shore, and while there are some excellent fishing spots along the water’s edge, the outlet of Smith-Dorrien Creek to the west is permanently closed to fishing to protect critical bull trout spawning grounds.

These trails cut through dense groves of willow, alder, raspberry, and Canada buffaloberry – which in berry season can be a favourite spot for feeding bears. So please use caution!

Photos: Vlad Umnov

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