Great Blue Heron Provincial Park - Emma Lake Trails

Explore the natural beauty of Great Blue Heron Provincial Park in the Emma Lake area. This park features over 7 km of trails perfect for hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing. The Valley View Trail, located along Highway 953 north of Emma Lake, offers a 5-km journey through lush forests, rolling hills and open meadows. The Murray Point trail provides a serene 2-km walk within the campground, along Oliver Creek and the lakeshore. In winter, trails are groomed for skiing and snowshoeing. For ATV enthusiasts, approximately 13 km of designated trails await, including the main park trail along Poacher’s Road, the SWS trail and Tower Shelter trail located north of Christopher Lake. These multi-use trails also accommodate trappers, hunters, and outfitters, requiring all to be mindful of shared use. A trail permit, available at the park office, is necessary for riding. Snowmobilers can enjoy 50 km of interconnected trails during winter, linking lakes such as Anglin, Emma, and Christopher Lake. Facilities include gas stations and warm-up shelters along the routes.