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Mountain Safety in Canada's National Parks

Banff National Park of Canada

Avalanche Terrain Maps

Parker Ridge

Aerial Relief Map of Parker Ridge, Banff National Park showing significant avalanche terrain. Windblown snow creates avalanche hazards on Parker Ridge. Even small slopes can produce big avalanches. Avalanches occur here every year. Have you chosen a good route?

Parker Ridge, Banff National Park
© Parks Canada

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Does your group have the skills, knowledge and training to travel in avalanche terrain?
Are you carrying transceivers, shovels and probes?
Can you self-rescue? Do you have a plan?
Do you know the emergency number?
Have you checked the current avalanche bulletin and weather forecast ?
Have you checked out with someone?
Do you have any other route options?

Phone Numbers

Avalanche Bulletins: 1-800-667-1105

Emergency Phone: 911

Satellite Phone: 780-852-3100