Alerts

Banff National Park alerts

Current notices from official park sources.
Banff National Park

Closure

Area Closure: Spray River Valley

Spray River Valley is closed to all activities from April 15 to November 15 because wildlife in the area cannot be disturbed by human presence. This closure is currently in effect. Official closure notice: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/fermetures-closures Bulletins page: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/bulletinsOfficial details

Closure

Area Closure: Rundle Rock

Parks Canada lists Area Closure: Rundle Rock on the active Banff National Park bulletins page, with a posting date of July 7, 2026. Treat this as an active closure until Parks Canada removes or updates it. Official bulletin.Official details

Caution

Seasonal Trail Restrictions: Lake Minnewanka Area

Parks Canada still lists seasonal trail restrictions in the Lake Minnewanka area. Visitors planning to hike or bike there should read the notice before going and check for any posted route limits or access changes. Official bulletin: Seasonal Trail Restrictions: Lake Minnewanka area. General closures page: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/fermetures-closuresOfficial details

Caution

Restricted Activity: Sunshine Meadows, Citadel Pass, and Healy Pass Areas

Parks Canada still lists this restricted-activity bulletin for the Sunshine Meadows, Citadel Pass, and Healy Pass areas. Visitors should treat the area as restricted to official trails and check the bulletin before planning a trip: bulletin.Official details

Caution

Wildlife Access Restrictions in Posted Areas

Parks Canada’s Banff closures pages still show wildlife-related temporary area closures and a temporary no-stopping zone as active. Visitors should check current postings before driving, stopping, or hiking in affected areas. Current closures page: Parks Canada Banff closures and restrictionsOfficial details

Caution

Rampart Creek Campground: Hard-Sided Camping Only

Parks Canada still lists the Restricted Activity Order for Rampart Creek Campground: hard-sided camping only. Tents and other soft-sided shelters are not allowed. Official bulletin: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/bulletins/C3D580A2-4EFB-4100-A121-C47926A75CC0Official details

Closure

Ink Pots Trail: Bridge Washed Out Beyond the Trail

Parks Canada still lists the Ink Pots Trail as open, but notes that the bridge is washed out past the Ink Pots toward Jo9 campground. Travel beyond the Ink Pots may not be possible; stay on the trail and expect wet, muddy sections. Official trail conditions: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/randonnee-hiking/etat-sentiers-trail-conditionsOfficial details

Caution

Bear Warning: Lake Minnewanka Trail and Campgrounds

Parks Canada still lists an active bear warning for the Lake Minnewanka area, including Lake Minnewanka Trail segments and nearby campgrounds. Visitors should carry bear spray, travel in groups, and stay alert for bear sign and wildlife activity. Official bulletin: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/bulletins/C7CC30F0-C344-4B5D-AA78-DFE06CE4CA0C Trail conditions: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/randonnee-hiking/etat-sentiers-trail-conditions Lake Minnewanka bear guidance: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/mtn/ours-bears/gestion-management/ours-bears/minnewankaOfficial details
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