Banff, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks: weekly bear report
Please report all wildlife observations promptly to Banff Dispatch at
Bear sightings: September 10 - September 16, 2020
| Park | Trail - Day-use area - Campground | Species | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | Baker Creek | Grizzly Bear | Sep-16 |
| Banff | Moraine Lake Road | Black Bear | Sep-16 |
| Banff | Paradise Valley Trail | Black Bear | Sep-15 |
| Banff | Vista Lake | Grizzly Bear | Sep-14 |
| Banff | Rockbound Lake Trail | Grizzly Bear | Sep-14 |
| Banff | Fish creek parking lot | Black Bear | Sep-14 |
| Banff | 1a - Hillsdale Meadows | Black Bear | Sep-13 |
| Banff | Cave & Basin Facility | Black Bear | Sep-13 |
| Banff | Sulphur Mt | Black Bear | Sep-13 |
| Banff | 1a - Protection Mountain | Grizzly Bear | Sep-13 |
| Yoho | Lake O'hara Road | Black Bear | Sep-13 |
| Banff | Minnewanka Road - Lower Bankhead | Black Bear | Sep-12 |
| Banff | 1a - Corral Creek | Grizzly Bear | Sep-12 |
| Banff | Mistaya Canyon Trail | Unknown species | Sep-12 |
| Banff | Lake Louise Townsite | Black Bear | Sep-12 |
| Banff | 1a - Moose Meadows | Black Bear | Sep-11 |
| Banff | Temple road | Grizzly Bear | Sep-11 |
| Banff | Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground | Black Bear | Sep-10 |
| Banff | Two Jack Lakeside Campground | Grizzly Bear | Sep-10 |
| Banff | 1a - Fire Side | Black Bear | Sep-10 |
| Banff | 1a - Johnston Canyon | Black Bear | Sep-10 |
| Banff | Fish creek parking lot | Grizzly Bear | Sep-10 |
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.