Yoho National Park

What to bring on a guided hike

Hikers preparing for a trip to the Burgess Shale
© Parks Canada

A day of hiking in the Rockies requires preparation. Conditions can change rapidly in the mountains and higher elevations increase your exposure to the sun and stormy weather.  To have a safe and fun time outdoors you will need to bring:

• Warm clothes (no cotton), rain jacket and pants, winter gloves, and toque
• Hearty lunch, snack & drinking water
  (at least 2 litres)
• Hiking boots and hiking poles, extra socks
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat
• Personal blister kit and medical supplies
  (just in case)
• Sorry, no pets please.
• Camera!