Mount Revelstoke and Glacier: Weekly bear report

Please report all bear sightings immediately to Parks Canada Dispatch at 1-877-852-3100.

Bear sightings — October 1 to 7
Date Park Trail - Day-use area - Campground Species
October 3 Mount Revelstoke Bridge Creek viewpoint Black bear
October 4 Mount Revelstoke Bridge Creek viewpoint Black bear
October 4 Mount Revelstoke Meadows in the Sky Parkway kiosk Black bear

Bear safety

To minimize the potential of a bear encounter you should:

Stay alert on the trails

  • Make noise
  • Look for fresh bear sign
  • Travel in groups
  • Keep your dog on a leash
  • Carry bear spray and know how to use it
  • If you encounter a bear, give it LOTS of space

Safely store bear attractants

  • Keep food, garbage, recyclables, pet food and BBQ’s in bear-proof storage or hard-sided vehicles.