Banff, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks: weekly bear report
Please report all wildlife observations promptly to Banff Dispatch at
Bear sightings: June 23 to June 29, 2022
| Park | Trail - Day-use area - Campground | Species | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | Lake Louise Lakeshore Trail | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-23 |
| Banff | Spray River Trail - 0 To 6 Km | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-23 |
| Banff | 1a - Sawback | Black Bear | Jun-23 |
| Banff | 93 North - Mistaya Canyon | Black Bear | Jun-23 |
| Banff | Mistaya Canyon Trail | Black Bear | Jun-24 |
| Banff | Chateau Lake Louise | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-24 |
| Banff | Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground | Black Bear | Jun-24 |
| Banff | Vermilion Lakes Road | Unknown adult | Jun-24 |
| Banff | Cascade Ponds | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | Lake Minnewanka Dayuse Area | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | 1a - Fire Side | Grizzly Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | 1a - Sawback | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | Two Jack Main Campground | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | Cascade Ponds | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | Vermilion Lakes | Black Bear | Jun-25 |
| Banff | Plain Of Six Glaciers Trail | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Banff Springs Golf Course | Black Bear | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Sundance Canyon | Black Bear | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Lake Louise Campground | Grizzly Bear | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Johnson Lake | Black Bear | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Minnewanka Devils Gap | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-26 |
| Banff | Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Campground | Black Bear | Jun-27 |
| Banff | Lake Minnewanka Dayuse Area | Black Bear | Jun-27 |
| Banff | 93 South - Boom Lake | Grizzly Bear | Jun-28 |
| Banff | Stoney Squaw Trail | Black bear with offspring | Jun-28 |
| Banff | Cave And Basin | Black Bear | Jun-28 |
| Banff | Bath Creek | Grizzly Bear | Jun-28 |
| Banff | Stewart Canyon | Black Bear | Jun-28 |
| Banff | Minnewanka Lake Day Use | Black Bear | Jun-29 |
| Banff | Johnston Canyon | Grizzly Bear | Jun-29 |
| Banff | Minnewanka Road - Lower Bankhead | Female Grizzly with offspring | Jun-29 |
| Banff | Lake Minnewanka Trail - Stewart Canyon | Unknown species | Jun-29 |
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.