Getting Around Banff National Park

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Connect with Nature Contents Suggested Itineraries Take the Scenic Route Drive the 230 km Icefields Parkway (93N)past Our Story Suggested Itineraries ...... 3 Hit the Top Spots in Town glaciers, sparkling waterfalls and turquoise lakes Bucket List ...... 4 on your way from Lake Louise to Jasper. Hike to In 1883, like Indigenous peoples long before them, three Start your day with a relaxing soak in the warm view ancient ice at Parker Ridge and Bow Glacier railway workers came across a series of hot springs on Explore from Town ...... 5 mineral waters of the historic Banff Upper Hot Falls. Snap unforgettable panoramas at Crowfoot the lower shoulder of present-day Sulphur Mountain. Springs. Be inspired by award-winning exhibits at Plan Ahead. Take Transit...... 5 Glacier, Bow Lake and Herbert Lake. Try a unique No doubt they laid down their shovels and pick axes, the Cave and Basin National Historic Site – the Camping ...... 6 adventure: take the David Thompson Highway removed their dusty clothes and gratefully slid into the birthplace of Canada’s national parks. Take an (Hwy 11) to Rocky Mountain House National waters to soothe their aching muscles. Two years later, Park Map ...... 7 afternoon stroll through the flower-filledCascades Historic Site to explore the archeological remains as Canada was completing its transcontinental railway, Bow Valley Parkway Map ...... 8-9 of Time Garden, then listen and watch the rushing of four fur-trade forts during the day and experience Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister, river along the trail to Bow Falls. These sites are Town of Banff Map ...... 10-11 the life of a fur trader by sleeping in a tipi or Metis realized a new national dream: the creation of Canada’s accessible by Roam public transit, bike, car or foot. Lake Minnewanka Loop Map ...... 12 trapper tent at night. first national park, which set aside the Cave and Basin 2 Lake Louise Area Map ...... 13 Four Extraordinary Afternoons hot springs and 26 km of land as a small protected Banff’s Iconic Landscapes reserve. More than a century later, the national park has Mountain Wildlife ...... 14-15 By canoe, explore the wildlife hidden among grown in size and draws millions of people each year to Wildlife Need Your Help ...... 16-19 the marshes at Vermilion Lakes, a magnificent A slow, scenic drive along the Bow Valley Parkway experience the staggering natural beauty of Banff and wetland. Hike a switchback trail up Tunnel winds through sun-speckled forests and past Bison Return to Banff ...... 19 Lake Louise, no fewer than seven national historic sites Mountain for the best views of the town of Banff. the tiered pinnacles of Castle Mountain. Walk and a bounty of wildlife large and small—from iconic Mountain Safety ...... 20 Enjoy an easy walk to discover Fenland Trail, or alongside waterfalls in the summer and glittering ice grizzly bears to the endangered Banff Springs Snail. Conservation Stories ...... 21 bike along on the paved Banff Legacy Trail. in the winter at Johnston Canyon. Stroll along the shoreline of Lake Louise or in the summer, hike to With a long history of melding innovative conservation National Park Regulations ...... 22-23 initiatives with spirited adventure, Canada’s oldest Family Time on Minnewanka Loop two historic teahouses surrounded by glaciers (bring national park offers mountains of possibilities. Winter Adventures ...... 24-25 cash for tasty treats). In the winter, play on skates, Interpretive Programs and Activities ...... 26 Picnic with the kids by Lake Minnewanka skis and snowshoes. reservoir then walk the twisting shoreline trail to Volunteering in Banff National Park ...... 26 A UNESCO World Heritage Site Stewart Canyon. Explore the history and remnants Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Johnston Contact Information ...... 27 of an old coal town on the Lower Bankhead Canyon are some of the most popular locations Four of the mountain national parks – Banff, Jasper, Trail. For a truly Canadian experience, book a in the park. In the summer, park your car and take Yoho and Kootenay – are recognized by the United comfortable Equipped Campsite at Two Jack Main Roam public transit from Banff to Lake Louise and Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Campground where your tent is ready and waiting. Johnston Canyon. For Moraine Lake, Parks Canada as part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Roam public transit route 6 services most areas of shuttles are available from the Lake Heritage Site, for the benefit and enjoyment of all the loop. Louise lakeshore. nations. Among the attributes that warranted this designation were vast wilderness, diversity of flora and fauna, outstanding natural beauty and features such as Lake Louise, Maligne Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Public transit and shuttle information: the Burgess Shale. parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-transit

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Bucket List Explore Lake Minnewanka Loop Explore from Town Roam Route 6 (summer only) Nature is only a moment away in Banff National Park. The trails listed below are near the town centres. See the Cave and Basin National Visit a glacial lake, remnants of a coal mining town and a scenic canyon. In the summer, enjoy Banff Lake Louise Historic Site picnicking, hiking and being on or by the water. See trails on pages 10-11 See trails on page 13 Roam Route 4 (summer only) In the winter, half the loop is closed to vehicles, Bow River Trail Bow River Loop Nature, culture and history are minutes from Banff making it a great destination for cross-country Discover mountain views only steps away from Banff This gentle self-guided interpretive loop along the Avenue. See impressive architecture, bubbling mineral skiing, winter walking or snowshoeing. Avenue. Start at Central Park and follow this river trail Bow River connects Samson Mall in the centre of waters, and an underground cave that gave rise to the past the canoe docks to Fenland Trail. Alternatively, Lake Louise to the campgrounds. birthplace of Canada’s national parks. The site is open Discover Johnston Canyon walk over the pedestrian bridge and follow the river to Tramline Trail year-round. Roam Route 9 (summer only) Bow Falls. Avoid traffic and enjoy this moderately challenging Follow wide trails and narrow bridges with railings Hoodoos Viewpoint to Surprise Corner hike up to the Lake Louise lakeshore. A century ago, Soak in the Banff Upper Hot Springs through the canyon to the majestic Lower Falls. This trail connects the Tunnel Mountain campgrounds this was the trolley route to the Chateau Lake Louise. Roam Route 1 (year-round) Take Roam public transit to this iconic location in to Surprise Corner along the beautiful Bow River. Louise Creek Trail Relax among the jagged peaks in an outdoor pool with summer. In other seasons, be sure to bring Tunnel Mountain Trail Take this trail to create a loop back to the village hot, mineral-rich water. This fully accessible site is ice cleats. A 15 minute walk from downtown brings you to the from the lakeshore. This easier trail follows the entire open daily, year-round, complete with café, gift shop, trailhead of this short hike. The summit offers stunning length of Louise Creek as it rushes from Lake Louise and picnic tables. Visit Lake Louise – The Lake Roam Route 8 (year-round) views of the town and valley. to the Bow River. Summit Tunnel Mountain This spectacular alpine setting is a hub for Roam Route 7 (year-round) iconic photos, hikes, canoeing, horseback Plan Ahead. Take Transit. riding, climbing, and awe-inspiring scenery. The switchback trail to this low summit provides During the summer, Roam public transit is highly Significant traffic congestion can occur in Banff National sweeping views across the town and Bow Valley, Lake Louise Area Shuttle Map recommended. Park. Transit and shuttles are available to many top with Mount Rundle rising dramatically to the south. destinations in the park—look for the bus symbol on Pick-up and drop off The trailhead is a 15 minute walk (1 km) from Drive the Icefields Parkway the maps. Park your vehicle or RV and come explore! Drop off only downtown Banff. Pick-up only This world-renowned, 230 km drive winds through Transit/shuttle info: pc.gc.ca/banff-transit Town of Banff parking: banffparking.ca Lake ancient glaciers, dramatic rock spires, emerald La Louise ke Meander along Vermilion Lakes Drive Village L Real-time park info: pc.gc.ca/banffnow o lakes, and broad sweeping valleys. Snow may be u i s This 4.3 km paved road is ideal for biking and can Maps: Banff visitor centres e

present any time of the year—review driving safety D r also be explored by car or foot. Relax on the docks iv on page 25. e and benches, learn about the area, and snap a Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake stunning picture of Mount Rundle. Experience Great Canadian Camping Parking at these popular spots fills quickly. For the best

Bike the Banff Legacy Trail Fairview Drive Season-long service to most campgrounds experience, take public transit or a shuttle. Roam Route 3 (year-round) Camping in the national park is as rewarding as its Roam Route 8 Year-round service Paved paths and roadways span 29 km from Travel majestic landscapes. Sites range from rustic, treed Campgrounds Trans-Canada Highway Trans-Canada Alberta’s visitor centre in Canmore to the Bow settings to full service with mountain views. Book Lake Louise Shuttle May 17 to October 14 Moraine Lake Road Village: Drop-off only Valley Parkway. Cyclists, strollers and runners enjoy in advance at reservation.pc.gc.ca and choose expansive views, picnic areas, the town of Banff, and Moraine Park and Ride/ from a traditional RV or tent site, try a cabin-like Moraine Lake Shuttle May 24 to October 14 Lake Overﬂow Camping Vermilion Lakes along the way. Trail is not maintained oTENTik, or a convenient Equipped Campsite. Village, Park and Ride: Drop-off only Dates weather dependent

in winter. Campground Shuttle May 17 to October 14  Banff Early-bird Shuttle June 24 to September 29 Fares and schedules at This route is for backcountry hikers. Runs 6 a.m. - 8 a.m. parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-transit 4 Return trip on Moraine Lake Shuttle. 5 Camping Park Map

Jasper Campground Closure Whistlers campground in Jasper will be Planning to camp in a national park? closed for improvements in 2019. parkscanada.gc.ca/WhistlersCampground Many campsites can be reserved and most fill up quickly. Book online or call ahead for information Columbia and reservations. Camping is permitted in designated campgrounds only. A valid camping permit Iceﬁeld Centre  Visitor Centre and national park entry pass are required. Rocky Mountain House  National Historic Site 15 Washroom Jasper and campground 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783) or reservation.pc.gc.ca 93N

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18 Redstreak May 2 - Oct 15 242 17 18 19  Crook’s Meadow Call 250-347-2218 for 19 non-proﬁt group camping 1 (group camping) reservations and fees. 20 Monarch May 2 - Oct 14 44 Backcountry Camping 21 Kicking Horse May 23 - Oct 14 88 Banff’s backcountry offers spectacular destinations for those 22 Takakkaw Falls (walk-in) Jun 20 - Oct 14 35 Yoho Kootenay new to backcountry camping and to experienced travellers. No matter your level of adventure, be prepared, plan ahead. Pick 23 Hoodoo Creek Jun 20 - Sep 2 30 up your brochure at a Parks Canada visitor centre, and visit

Reservation needed for all sites in the campground. parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-backcountry for trip ideas, planning and permit information.  Radium Campground has first-come, first-serve sites only. Self-register at the campground. In summer months, arrive Hot Springs before mid-day for the best chance of getting a site. Starting your hike at Moraine Lake? There is an early-bird shuttle Campground has a mix of reservable sites and first-come, first-serve sites. available for backcountry hikers from June 24 to September 29. Campground is undergoing upgrades. Check online for the latest information and opening dates: reservation.pc.gc.ca Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-transit for details. 6 7 K. Trivers Bow Valley Parkway Map

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14 15 Wildlife Need Your Help Always keep your campsite and picnic area clean.

#WildlifeRules in Banff National Park When you are done cooking or eating at your picnic table, all food, food-related and scented items MUST be stored: Banff National Park is a gateway to nature, adventure and discovery. The chance to observe wildlife as they go about their natural lives is a fascinating experience that draws millions of people to the park each year. • In a hard-sided vehicle, trailer or motor home, NOT in tents or tent trailers Along with this opportunity, however, comes the responsibility to treat wildlife with the respect they deserve. • In campground food storage lockers Follow these #WildlifeRules to protect wildlife and keep Banff National Park a special place. Learn more at Non-food items such as lawn chairs, tables or lanterns may be left outside. Items such as coolers, parkscanada.gc.ca/WildlifeRules and throughout this guide. cook stoves, dish towels and toothpaste must be properly stored. Dump dish water down outdoor sinks or at the sani-dump in campgrounds. Wildlife Rule #1: Help keep animals away from human food. Human food kills wildlife.

Wildlife that eat human food or garbage become aggressive with All food, food-related and scented items Cooler, stove and dishes (dirty or clean) Non-food items may be left outside. Wildlife quickly find any food, Once wildlife develop a taste for people. This puts MUST be stored away. MUST be stored away. scented items or garbage that human food, they often become both people and is left unattended. Eating these aggressive in their search for more. wildlife at risk of unnatural foods teaches the This places you and others in being hurt wildlife to approach people for danger as they search for food or or killed. an easy meal. garbage that is not properly stored. Wildlife Rule #2: Put garbage in the wildlife-proof garbage bins. Properly store all food and scented items. Wildlife will feed on garbage: littering means A clean campsite or picnic area does not have anything that will attract wildlife (food, garbage, feeding wildlife. Ensure all garbage and recycling food-related or scented items). Never leave these items unattended: are disposed in wildlife-proof bins immediately. • Coolers – full or empty • If you see garbage or recycling left outside in the • Food – wrapped, unwrapped or town of Banff, please inform Bylaw Services in containers at 403-762-1218 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days • Garbage/wrappers a week). ALL food-related and scented • After hours, please call Parks Canada Banff • Dishes/pots/cutlery – items MUST be stored away in clean or dirty a vehicle, Dispatch at 403-762-1470. • Beverage containers – full or empty • Pet food/bowls – How to use the wildlife-proof garbage bins. full or empty • Bottles/cans – open or unopened • Scented products – a hard-sided trailer or RV, such as shampoo, toothpaste, candles, citronella, dish soap, sunscreen, lip balm, dish towels • Barbecues – clean or dirty • Any other items used or in a campground food for food preparation or storage locker. Place your hand inside the Raise your arm to open the lid. Lower the lid. that have a smell handle and push it to the very Ensure the lid is closed tight or scent Dispose of garbage. back to release the latch. before leaving. Never leave food or scented items unattended or in a tent for even a minute. 16 17 Wildlife Rule #3: Give wildlife the space they need. Keeping Your Children Safe.

Bears, cougars, wolves and coyotes may be curious about children and can attack them: • Keep children in immediate sight and within close reach at all times. • Children should avoid playing in or near areas with tall grass or dense bushes. • Never allow children to pet, feed or pose with wildlife.

To Learn More About Wildlife and Safety For photos, do not surround, Photograph wildlife from a vehicle or safe distance: crowd or follow an animal. Use • 30 metres for deer, elk, moose and bighorn sheep zoom or show the animal in its Pick up a copy of Keep the Wild in Wildlife and Bears and People natural surroundings and crop • 100 metres for cougars, bears, coyotes and wolves at a Parks Canada visitor centre or visit the image later. parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-brochures. Do not startle wildlife. If you make them move, you are too close. Information available in French, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish and German. Give us space. Report bear, cougar, wolf and coyote sightings and encounters to Parks Canada Banff Dispatch when it is safe to do so: 403-762-1470 Dogs stress wildlife.

Dogs cause stress for wildlife. Dogs, like wolves and coyotes, may be seen as a threat. Off-leash It is illegal to feed, entice or disturb any wildlife in a national park. dogs can trigger aggressive behaviour from wildlife such as grizzly bears and elk. To prevent unsafe Violators will be charged, be required to appear in court, and could situations, it is your responsibility to: pay fines up to $25 000. Do not leave pet food Ensure your Pick up and out. If you walk away, dog is on a dispose of your store food dishes – leash and pet’s waste in a empty or full. Always under control garbage bin. store food dishes Bison Return to Banff at all times. at night. Bison once roamed Banff National Park, but until recently, they had not been seen in the wild for over 140 years. Dogs are not allowed on some trails: parkscanada.gc.ca/banfftrails In 2017, Parks Canada reintroduced a small herd of plains bison into Banff’s eastern slopes and held them Consider leaving your dog at home if you plan to camp, hike or go into the backcountry. in a pasture for 1.5 years to prepare them for life in the mountains. In summer 2018, the herd was released into the wild and now roam a large area in Banff’s backcountry. Wildlife Rule #4: Slow down. Obey speed limits. Bringing bison back benefits a range of plants and animals. Their return reconnects cultural links between people and bison, and creates opportunities for Canadians If you see wildlife by the road, and visitors to learn about this iconic creature. Parks Canada slow down, stay in your vehicle Follow the journey of returning North America’s largest and move on. land mammal to Canada’s first national park: • Be aware of the traffic around you. Read our bison blog: parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-bison • Pull over where safe to do so. Follow the herd: • Turn on hazard lights. #Banffbison @BanffNP • Stay in your vehicle. Twitter • Watch for a few moments, take a Facebook quick photo, and then move on. To experience bison up close at another Parks Canada • If a traffic jam develops, move on. location in Alberta, visit Rocky Mountain House National It is unsafe for people and wildlife. Historic Site or Elk Island National Park. Parks Canada Parks Canada

18 19 Conservation Stories Creating New Fish Habitat During the fall of 2018, Parks Canada completed a habitat restoration project within the lower section of Cascade Creek. The project created new habitat for native fish populations and reduced the risk to downstream infrastructure during flood

Parks Canada Parks Canada K. Trivers events. An excavator was used to create a new stream bed with deep and shallow Mountain Safety areas for natural water flow. Members of Banff National Park’s volunteer Unpredictable mountain weather can change road and trail conditions quickly and wildlife can be anywhere, program, along with Parks Canada staff at any time. These simple precautions will help ensure a safe and enjoyable visit: and contractors, contributed 165 hours planting over 700 native willow trees and Before heading out, check trail conditions at parkscanada.gc.ca/banfftrails, and road shrubs. These plants will stabilize soils, conditions. Visit 511.alberta.ca, call 511 in Alberta or 1-855-391-9743. shade the stream to maintain cooler water temperatures and provide a source of J. Jimmo/Parks Canada insects for fish. Obey speed limits and watch for wildlife on the roadside, even on fenced portions of a highway. Sometimes wildlife (bears, cougars) get through or Giving Safe Passage to Wildlife over the fence. Parks Canada began twinning the Trans-Canada Highway in the early 1980s. This allowed testing innovative ways to Stay on designated roads, trails and other hardened surfaces. reduce vehicle collisions with wildlife while allowing animals to move safely from one side of the Bow River valley to the other. Highway fencing and wildlife crossing structures were largely untested ideas until Banff National Park installed fencing and Make noise on the trails and let wildlife know you are coming. 44 wildlife crossing structures: six overpasses and 38 underpasses. A variety of wildlife now cross the highway safely. Black bears and cougars prefer underpasses; grizzly bears prefer Be aware of your surroundings. Earbuds or headphones prevent you from hearing wildlife and overpasses. Parks Canada proved that roads can be made increase your risk of a dangerous encounter. safer for people and wildlife. Many other highways across North America now have fences and crossing structures like those Carry bear spray, keep it accessible, and know how to use it. Animals are active in the park at all pioneered here in Banff National Park. times of the year—even bears can wake up during the winter. To learn more, visit the wildlife crossing exhibit just west of Watch a video here: parkscanada.gc.ca/bearspray. Bear spray and more information is available Redearth on the Trans-Canada Highway (accessible

at Parks Canada visitor centres. westbound only). See map on page 9. Parks Canada

Keep clear of cliffs, ledges and fast moving water. Managing Fire in the Park In addition to prescribed fires and FireSmart work in the Bow Research and plan overnight trips including potential trail restrictions and closures, avalanche Valley, Parks Canada is expanding an existing fire guard on the conditions and mandatory backcountry permits. west side of Sulphur Mountain. The project reduces the risk of Visit avalanche.pc.gc.ca and parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-backcountry for safety tips. wildfires to the town of Banff and also improves grizzly bear habitat. Decades of fire suppression created dense forests Cell phone coverage is not reliable in many areas of the park. Always let someone know your with significant amounts of woody debris, increasing the risk travel plans. of wildfire. Through this multi-year project, Parks Canada will selectively remove trees and deadfall and prune branches from approximately 300 hectares of forest. Keeping the public safe is a top priority, and the West Sulphur project contributes to that goal. Parks Canada

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Stay out of closed areas. Area closures or activity restrictions are implemented when visitors are National Park Regulations AREA CLOSURE at risk or when wildlife require additional protection. Signs indicate the areas impacted. Stay Safe and Enjoy Be careful with fire. Fires are permitted only in designated metal fire pits. Never leave a fire Following park regulations while enjoying the national parks helps protect people, landscapes, unattended. Extinguish fires completely. Do not use deadwood, bark or branches for fuel. and wildlife:

Camping is permitted in designated campgrounds only. A valid camping permit and Buy fishing permits. Anglers require a national park fishing permit, available at Parks Canada national park entry pass are required. Do not sleep in your vehicle or RV roadside, at visitor centres. Provincial licenses are not valid in national parks. National Park Fishing pull-outs, or pitch a tent in an area that is not a campground. Regulations prohibit lead tackle under 50g and all bait, natural or chemical. For more information, see the Fishing Regulations Summary brochure, available at Parks Canada visitor centres. Be considerate of others. Going boating? Motors of all kinds are prohibited on all lakes except Lake Minnewanka.

CLEAN off watercraft In campgrounds, alcohol and cannabis cannot be consumed beyond your registered DRAIN onto land all water DRY watercraft and all equipment from your watercraft, and all gear campsite. There is a daily ban on alcohol and cannabis consumption during quiet hours, after every use. including buckets or coolers. completely. between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. During summer long weekends (May – September), the possession and consumption of alcohol and cannabis are not permitted in any campground. Motorized off-road travel is not permitted. Drones/UAVs are prohibited for personal use anywhere in the national parks.

Firearms are prohibited in national parks. Firearms include pellet guns, bear bangers, bows, slingshots and similar items. Pets must be on a leash and under control at all times. Collect and discard feces in garbage bins. E-bikes (pedal-electric power-assisted bicycles) E-bikes are not permitted on any Do not feed any wildlife. It is illegal to feed wildlife—this includes littering and leaving food are permitted on roads and trails within the town other trails in the national park. or scented items unattended. of Banff and the Legacy Trail. The Canada National Parks Act Do not litter. Use the wildlife-proof garbage bins for all unwanted items. Park Wardens are responsible for enforcing park regulations as required by the Canada National Parks Act (parkscanada.gc.ca/banffregulations). To report park violations, call 24 hours, 7 days per week: 1-888-927-3367 Banff, Yoho, Kootenay and Waterton Lakes Take only photographs. It is illegal to pick flowers, mushrooms, cut down trees, 1-877-852-3100 Jasper, Mount Revelstoke and Glacier branches, remove rocks, cultural artifacts or otherwise cause damage to natural objects or living things. Violators will be charged, be required to appear in court, and could pay fines of up to $25 000.

100 m/330’ Human Give us food kills space. 30 m/100’ wildlife. 22 Do not approach wildlife. Do not litter. 23 Jason Leo Bantle/All In The Wild A. Athwal Safe Winter Driving Ensure your vehicle has snow tires—look for the snowflake symbol.Snow tires are mandatory from November 1 to April 1 on mountain roads including the Icefields Parkway (Lake Louise to Jasper). M+S Cell phone coverage is not reliable in the mountains, P. Zizka P. Wakefield AV Parks Canada Parks Canada and there is no cell coverage along the Icefields Parkway. Tell someone your route, when you are Winter Adventures leaving and when you plan on arriving. Plan to start early and complete your drive—with time for exploration and stops along the way—during daylight hours. Summer trails become a winter wonderland with the turn of the seasons in Banff National Park. Snow covered pines, white-capped mountains, and wildlife tracks are just a few of the discoveries waiting for you. Have a safety kit in your vehicle that includes a Come outside and play! cell phone, charger, water, energy bars, first aid kit, flashlight, extra batteries, warm clothing and blankets. Always check road conditions and the weather forecast Near the Town of Banff Near the Village of before leaving. Visit 511.alberta.ca, call 511 in Alberta, or 1-855-391-9743. Grab your hiking poles and ice cleats and hike Lake Louise Icefields Parkway Tunnel Mountain for a beautiful view of the Parks Canada Hop on Roam public transit route 8 to visit Lake townsite and valley—trailhead is accessible by Louise. At the lake, walk, ski or ice skate and You are in Roam public transit route 7. On a day with fresh enjoy a picturesque view of Victoria Glacier. From snow, enjoy the views of Cascade and Rundle Avalanche Terrain the village, view the beautiful frozen river from mountains by snowshoe around frozen Johnson Winter Closures, Restrictions the seat of a fat bike along the Bow River Loop. Avalanche season in the mountains extends from Lake. From the over-sized tires of a fat bike, Experience the charm of the Fairview Loop from November to June, and even a short walk from and Warnings ride to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site a track-set cross-country ski trail that runs downtown Banff or Lake Louise can take you into and enjoy the Banff Winter Carnival. After your See maps or pc.gc.ca/banffnp-closures through open clearings and snow-draped woods. avalanche terrain. visit, continue on to find views of the river and for more information. Bring your RV and camp year-round in the Lake mountains along the beginner-friendly Marsh Check the trail report online or at a Parks Louise Trailer campground. For a spectacular • Tunnel Mountain Drive: page 11 Loop. Enjoy the rolling terrain and groomed Canada visitor centre to see if your trail requires winter view, drive the scenic Icefields Parkway cross-country ski trails along Spray River West avalanche trailing and equipment. Avalanche • Golf Course Road: page 11 and snowshoe to the Peyto Lake viewpoint— in the tree-lined river valley. Camp year-round risk changes daily—check online for current feast your eyes on the striking peaks that • Legacy Trail: page 11 at Tunnel Mountain Village II—bring your RV or information. surround the lake. • West side of the Lake Minnewanka Road: page 12 enjoy the season from a tent. Trail report: parkscanada.gc.ca/banfftrails • Moraine Lake Road: pages 8 and 13 Safety information: parksmountainsafety.ca • Bow Valley Parkway: page 9 Avalanche forecast: avalanche.ca

Ask Us About Winter Winter Tip: Top Tips for Winter Parks Canada staff are here to help. Stop Use Ice Cleats • Visit a Parks Canada visitor centre before you go. by a Parks Canada visitor centre and Trails can be icy in the • Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. plan your winter adventure. winter. Hiking poles • Always check the trail report and local weather forecast before you venture out. • Trip and winter activity planning and ice cleats are recommended. Cleats • Mountain weather changes quickly. Make sure you are prepared with warm • Winter camping are designed to fit over clothing and supplies. • Trail and road conditions shoes or boots and can • Wear proper winter footwear. Snow-covered trails can be icy and slippery. • Weather updates be purchased at the • Bring a headlamp—you never know when you might be delayed. Banff Visitor Centre, • Avalanche safety 224 Banff Avenue, and • Expect winter driving conditions. Drivers should travel based on comfort level • Winter packing list most outdoor stores in and experience. Parks Canada Parks Canada the town of Banff. • Park your vehicle and take Roam public transit: roamtransit.com 24 25 Interpretive Programs and Activities Contact Information Meet Parks Canada’s Interpreters Want more information Want to discover more about the uniqueness of the area’s natural about Banff National Park? and cultural heritage? Friendly and knowledgeable interpreters are here to share the stories of Parks Canada’s protected places. Visit facebook.com/BanffNP twitter.com/BanffNP Look for interpreters at campgrounds and popular day-use areas throughout the summer and at national historic sites during various instagram.com/parks.canada times of the year. Brochures are available online at: Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-interpretation for more information parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-brochures on interpretive programs and activities in Banff National Park and or at a Parks Canada visitor centre. national historic sites.

Parks Canada Want more information on Mountain National Parks? Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/bnp-events for event listings. Banff Jasper

pc.gc.ca/banff Jasper Information Centre: 780-852-6176 Explore with your preschooler pc.gc.ca/jasper Banff Visitor Centre: Tourism Jasper: 780-852-6236, jasper.travel Parka is eagerly waiting to introduce your child to the wonders of Parks Canada places. 224 Banff Avenue Parka encourages kids to explore the world around them, whether on a hike along 403-762-1550 Kootenay Kootenay Visitor Centre: 250-347-9505 wilderness trails or a step back in history at a site. Jan 1 - May 16 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 7 days / week pc.gc.ca/kootenay May 17 - Sep 30 | 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | 7 days / week Tourism Radium/Radium Chamber of Commerce: Oct 1 - Dec 31 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 7 days / week 1-888-347-9331, tourismradium.com Are you 6-11 years old? Closed Dec 25 Check out Parks Canada’s Xplorers booklets filled with fun activities to do while visiting. In Yoho Banff Train Station: Banff National Park there are five different booklets to complete: Banff National Park, Lake Yoho Visitor Centre: 250-343-6783 327 Railway Avenue pc.gc.ca/yoho Louise, Icefields Parkway, Cave and Basin and Banff Park Museum national historic sites. Tourism Golden: 1-800-622-4653, tourismgolden.com, field.ca Don’t forget to ask for Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site’s Xplorers booklet Jan 1 - Dec 31 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 7 days / week when you are there. Closed Dec 25 Mount Revelstoke and Glacier Lake Louise Visitor Centre: Rogers Pass Discovery Centre: 250-837-7500 pc.gc.ca/glacier • pc.gc.ca/revelstoke 201 Village Road, in Samson Mall Tourism Revelstoke: 1-800-487-1493, seerevelstoke.com Storybook available for kids 403-522-3833 Jan 1 - May 31 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 7 days / week Waterton Lakes A Beary, Berry Good Day is a 48-page bilingual children’s book that shares important June 1 - Sept 30 | 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. | 7 days / week Waterton Lakes Visitor Centre: 403-859-5133 messages with the next generation of responsible national park users of how to help Oct 1 - Dec 31 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 7 days / week pc.gc.ca/waterton protect Canada’s national parks and the wildlife that live here. A Beary, Berry Good Day is Closed Dec 25 Waterton Chamber of Commerce, mywaterton.ca available for purchase at Parks Canada visitor centres and select locations around town. Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/Banff-BearBook for more information. Banff & Lake Louise Tourism: 403-762-8421, banfflakelouise.com Trail Conditions Report: pc.gc.ca/banfftrails Volunteering in Banff National Park Environment Canada Weather Forecast: 403-762-2088, weather.gc.ca Guidebooks, topographic maps and bear spray are available at Parks Canada visitor centres and retail outlets in the town of Banff and the village of Lake Louise.

Are you looking for a unique experience during your trip to Banff National Park? Volunteers are an important part of keeping the park pristine and safe for Slow down, people and wildlife. Anyone can volunteer—learn more and my cubs sign up: parkscanada.gc.ca/banff-volunteer live here. Obey speed limits. © John E. Marriott AV Wakefield AV

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In case of EMERGENCY, call 911 or satellite phone: 403-762-4506. Cell phone coverage is not reliable throughout the national park. Alberta Road Report: 511 or 1-855-391-9743 / 511.alberta.ca British Columbia Road Report: 1-800-550-4997 / drivebc.ca