Banff, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks: weekly bear report
Please report all wildlife observations promptly to Banff Dispatch at
Reminder: It’s important to stay bear-aware all year. Carry bear spray with you at all times on the trail, and know how to use it. Bear spray can be effective deterrent when used properly. Be aware that wind, spray distance, rain, freezing temperatures and product shelf life can all influence its effectiveness. Familiarize yourself with the proper use of bear spray (including the manufacturer’s specific instructions) and keep it readily accessible.
Bear sightings: May 14 - May 21, 2020
| Park | Trail - Day-use area - Campground | Species | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | Redearth Creek Parking Lot | Black Bear | May-21 |
| Banff | 1a - Johnston Canyon | Black Bear | May-20 |
| Banff | Spray River Loop | Black Bear | May-20 |
| Kootenay | 93s | Black Bear | May-20 |
| Banff | Lake Louise Townsite | Female Grizzly with offspring | May-20 |
| Yoho | Boulder Creek | Black Bear | May-20 |
| Banff | 93 North - Saskatchewan Crossing | Black Bear | May-19 |
| Banff | Fenland Trail | Female Grizzly with offspring | May-19 |
| Banff | 1a - Muleshoe | Black Bear | May-19 |
| Banff | 1a - Fire Side | Black Bear | May-19 |
| Banff | Sundance Canyon | Black bear with offspring | May-19 |
| Banff | TCH - Banff - Bourgeau Lake Trailhead | Black Bear | May-19 |
| Banff | Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground | Black Bear | May-19 |
| Kootenay | Paint Pots | Grizzly Bear | May-19 |
| Banff | 93 North - Bow Summit | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Banff | 1a - Hillsdale Meadows | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Banff | Sunshine Slabs | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Yoho | Lake O'hara Road | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Kootenay | Vermilion Crossing/Kootenay Park Lodge | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Kootenay | 93s | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Kootenay | Dolly Varden Day Use Area | Black Bear | May-18 |
| Banff | 93 North - Mosquito Creek | Grizzly Bear | May-18 |
| Banff | 93 North - Mosquito Creek | Black Bear | May-17 |
| Yoho | Lake O'hara Road | Black Bear | May-17 |
| Banff | 93 North - Bow Summit | Black Bear | May-17 |
| Kootenay | Mount Harkin Viewpoint | Grizzly Bear | May-17 |
| Banff | TCH - Banff - Castle Junction | Grizzly Bear | May-16 |
| Yoho | Ab/Bc Border | Black bear with offspring | May-16 |
| Kootenay | Redstreak Campground | Grizzly Bear | May-16 |
| Kootenay | Numa Falls | Grizzly Bear | May-16 |
| Banff | 1a - Baker Creek | Grizzly Bear | May-16 |
| Yoho | Kicking Horse Campground | Grizzly Bear | May-15 |
| Banff | Lake Louise Campground | Grizzly Bear | May-15 |
| Banff | Lake Louise | Black Bear | May-14 |
| Kootenay | Marble Canyon Trailhead | Grizzly Bear | May-14 |