Bulletins

Elk Island National Park

Area Closed: Hayburger, Simmons, Shirley Lake, and Tawayik Lake trails

Issued: August 09, 2026

Activities Restricted: Pursuant to section 36(1) of the National Parks General Regulations the following area is hereby closed and restricted to authorized personnel only by order of the Superintendent, Elk Island National Park:

Where: The following trails: Hayburger, Simmons, Shirley Lake, and Tawayik Lake.

Why: To ensure public safety.

Penalty: Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty $25 000.

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