Banff National Park

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Day Hikes in Banff National Park

• Banff Area 
• Lake Louise, Castle Junction and Icefields Parkway Areas 

Related sites:

• Backpacking 
• Lake Minnewanka Seasonal Trail Restriction
• Bears and People - A Guide to Safety and Conservation on the Trail 
• Weather
• Mountain Safety    
• Fishing 
• Visitor Safety 
• How to Reach Us 

In case of EMERGENCY, call 911 or satellite phone: 403.762.4506
Cell phones are not always reliable in the backcountry. 

Plan Ahead and Be Prepared

Remember, you are responsible for your own safety 

• Get advice from Parks Canada Information Centre staff.
• Study trail descriptions and maps before starting.
• Check the weather forecast and current trail conditions.
• Choose a trail suitable for the least experienced member in your group.
• Pack adequate food, water, clothing, maps and gear.
• Carry a first aid kit and bear spray.
• Tell somebody where you are going, when you will be back, and who to call if you do not return.
• Travel with a friend or group.
• Be prepared for emergencies and changes in weather.

Stay on maintained trails

To prevent damage to vegetation stay on the trail and avoid shortcuts.

Leave what you find, and take what you bring

• Pack out all garbage, including food waste.
• Dispose of human waste at least 100 m from any water source. Bury solid human waste in a hole 15 cm deep. Pack out your toilet paper.
• Natural and cultural resources such as rocks, fossils, artifacts, horns, antlers, wildflowers and nests are protected by law and must be left undisturbed for others to discover and enjoy.