Even though the gate on Highway 40 is still closed to vehicles, there are still many trails you can hike.
Normally, the gate is opened on June 15 every year, but due to the G7 Summit near Kananaskis Village, it remains closed until June 21.
A couple of popular hiking destinations for mid-level skilled hikers include Mount Burke and Raspberry Ridge.
Raspberry Ridge is relatively easy for new hikers and gives you a terrific view at the top.
Mount Burke does take some more skill and experience to summit, but the view is spectacular as it's the highest mountain peak in the area.
You could also try summitting Hailstone Butte near The Hump. It's a short hike; however, it also requires some skill to get to the summit.
If you manage to hike all three, it's known locally as the fire lookout triple. Both Raspberry Ridge and Hailstone Butte are active fire lookouts, while Mount Burke hosts an old wooden fire lookout that has been abandoned since the 1950s.
It takes about 12 hours or so to do all three in one day, but it's achievable.
There are also easier hikes, including the Cataract Creek Upper Falls.
Gunnery Mountain is also somewhat popular, just off Hwy 541; however, a recent cougar warning was posted at the trailhead.
The Grass Pass also leads to the Boundary Tree. There's also a cougar warning sign posted at this trailhead as it's very close to Gunnery Mountain.
James Lake is also an excellent spot right along the Great Divide Trail, which eventually takes you into B.C.
Carrying bear spray is also important, as there are many bears, both Black and Grizzly, throughout the Rocky Mountains.
You will also need a Kananaskis Conservation Pass to park anywhere in K-Country. They cost $90 yearly or $15 daily.