Banff, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks: weekly bear report
Please report all bear sightings to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1470
Bear sightings: May 16 - May 23, 2019
| Park | Trail - Day-use area - Campground | Species | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | Cascade Mt C Level Cirque | Black Bear | 22-May |
| Banff | Cascade Mt C Level Cirque | Grizzly Bear | 22-May |
| Banff | Minnewanka Lake | Unknown species | 21-May |
| Banff | Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground | Black Bear | 21-May |
| Banff | Minnewanka Road - Two Jack Lake Day Use Area | Unknown species | 20-May |
| Banff | Fenland Trail | Black Bear | 20-May |
| Banff | Spray River Loop East Side | Unknown species | 19-May |
| Banff | 93 North - Herbert Lake | Black Bear | 19-May |
| Banff | 93 South - Storm Mountain Lodge | Black Bear | 19-May |
| Banff | Chateau Lake Louise | Female Grizzly with offspring | 19-May |
| Kootenay | Floe Lake Trailhead | Black Bear | 19-May |
| Banff | 1a - Johnston Canyon | Black Bear | 18-May |
| Banff | Hoodoos Viewpoint Picnic | Black Bear | 18-May |
| Banff | 1a - Baker Creek | Grizzly Bear | 17-May |
| Yoho | Field Information Centre | Black bear with offspring | 17-May |
| Banff | 1a - Morantz Curve | Black bear with offspring | 16-May |
| Kootenay | Redstreak Campground | Black Bear | 16-May |
Current wildlife warnings and closures
Although the chances of having an encounter with a bear are low, proper planning before you head out can help reduce your risk. By following a few “bear-aware” rules, you can help protect bears too.