For maps, detailed route finding and trail descriptions, visit the Yoho Visitor Centre or purchase a hiking guide book and topographical map. There is limited jail cell service in Yoho National Park.

Safety

Safety is your responsibility. At that place are always hazards associated with outdoor recreation. Even short trips can accept serious consequences. Minimize your run a risk by planning ahead.

  • Check the atmospheric condition forecast, current trail conditions, warnings and closures or visit a Parks Canada visitor centre.
  • Exist prepared for emergencies and changes in weather. Mount conditions changes quickly and it tin can snowfall whatsoever calendar month of the year. Apparel in layers, bring extra nutrient and warm clothing.
  • Study descriptions and maps before heading out. Ever choose a trail suitable for the to the lowest degree experienced member in your group.
  • Bring your own h2o. Surface h2o may be contaminated and unsafe for drinking.
  • Carry a first aid kit and bear spray.
  • Tell a reliable person where you are going, when yous will be back, and who to call if y'all do not render: Parks Canada Dispatch – 403-762-1470.
  • Ticks carrying Lyme disease may exist present in the park. Information technology is of import to check yourself and your pet after hiking.
  • Avoid wearing earbuds or headphones. Be alert at all times.
  • In case of EMERGENCY, call 911 or satellite telephone: 403-762-4506. Jail cell phone coverage is not reliable throughout the national park.

Snowy trails

Snowfall can remain on some trails well into the summer. When trails are snow covered, route finding can exist difficult and travel through deep snow or on hard snow and water ice tin exist dangerous. Be prepared and check trail conditions before heading out.

Seasonal barrage risk

Trails above tree line (two,000 one thousand) may exist exposed to avalanche hazard at whatsoever time of the year and especially from November through June. Steep slopes that are snow covered accept the potential to avalanche. For more information on the avalanche hazard, visit a Parks Canada visitor heart or cheque the Mountain Safety department.


Trail Etiquette

Show courtesy to young man trail users!

  • Leave what y'all find —it is the constabulary. Natural and cultural resources such as rocks, fossils, artifacts, horns, antlers, wildflowers and nests are protected by law and must be left undisturbed for others to notice and bask.
  • Dispose of human waste at to the lowest degree 100 m from any water source. Bury solid human waste material in a hole 15 cm deep. Pack out your toilet paper.
  • To prevent damage to vegetation, stay on designated trails at all times.
  • Trails are used by a variety of outdoor enthusiasts. Be certain to yield to others.
  • Go out no trace. Pack out everything you pack in.
Wildlife and people

Yoho National Park is home to wildlife including elk, wolves, cougars, grizzly bears and black bears. To successfully heighten their young and sustain a healthy population, wildlife demand admission to as much quality habitat with as few human surprises as possible.

Be enlightened of possible encounters with wild animals in all areas of the park, including paved trails and roads.

Tips

  • Always conduct bear spray, ensure it is attainable, and know how to utilise information technology before heading out.
  • Make noise. Being quiet puts you at risk for sudden wild animals encounters. Be alert through shrubby areas and when approaching blind corners. Travel in tight groups and always be aware of your surround.
  • Report bear, cougar, wolf and coyote sightings and encounters to Parks Canada Dispatch when it is condom to practice and so: 403-762-1470.
  • Keep dogs on ternion and nether control at all times.

More information

  • Ten tips to respect wildlife and stay safe
  • Safe travel in acquit country
Trail Ratings

Trail rating = easy

Easy

  • Suitable for those with petty or no trail feel.
  • Flat to gently rolling with no obstacles.
  • Niggling or no elevation gain or loss.

trail rating = moderate

Moderate

  • Suitable for those with basic trail experience.
  • Gently rolling with short, steep sections and infrequent obstacles.
  • Moderate elevation gain or loss.

trail rating = difficult

Hard

  • Suitable but for those with trail experience.
  • Long, steep sections with frequent obstacles.
  • Major elevation gain or loss.
Estimated fourth dimension to consummate these trails ranges depending on trail distances, fitness levels, atmospheric condition and trail conditions.
Map: Yoho National Park trail map
Yoho National Park trail map

Thanks to an ongoing collaboration betwixt Parks Canada and Google, you can at present explore some Yoho National Park highlights using Street View for Google Maps.

Trail descriptions

Emerald Lake

Trail rating = easy Wapta Falls

Length: 4.6 km
Hiking fourth dimension: one.5 hours
Elevation: thirty thou
Trailhead: Wapta Falls parking area, 26 km westward of Field, B.C. and 32 km east of Gilt, B.C. on the southward side of the Trans-Canada Highway. Note: The trailhead is non marked for westbound traffic as there is no left turn lane here. Go along 3 km to the park west purlieus, turn and come up back. (map)

Habitat: With the ecologically important Leanchoil marsh nearby, watch for waterbirds, beavers and wolf tracks.
Description: A lush, forested walk to the base of an impressive 30 m waterfall; the largest waterfall on the Kicking Equus caballus River.

Google Street View: Wapta Falls Trailhead

Trail rating = easy Emerald Lake

Length: 5.2 km
Hiking time: ii hours
Elevation: minimal
Trailhead: Emerald Lake parking surface area, ten km west of Field, B.C. via the Trans-Canada Highway and Emerald Lake Route. (map)

Habitat: A typical, sunny Rocky Mountain woods on the due west side of the lake, and a more moist Columbian forest with cedar and hemlock on the east side.
Description: A gentle, lakeshore trail surrounded by mountain and glacier views. Includes a level, gravel path from the parking area to the bridge at the back of the lake.

Google Street View: Emerald Lake

Trail rating = easy Hamilton Falls

Length: ane.6 km
Hiking time: 30 minutes
Elevation: minimal
Trailhead: Emerald Lake parking lot entrance, 10 km west of Field, B.C. via the Trans-Canada Highway and Emerald Lake Road. (map)

Habitat: A lush, greenish forest typical of Yoho. Watch for hydro-power artifacts from an before age.
Description: A pleasant stroll to a frail cascade.

Trail rating = easy Centennial

Length: 2.5 km
Hiking time: 45 minutes
Elevation:minimal
Trailhead: Start at the bridge at the archway to Kicking Horse Campground, 4 km e of Field, B.C. on the Yoho Valley Road. (map)

Habitat: Function of an important wildlife corridor. Sentry for mountain goats above.
Description: A shaded trail along the Kicking Horse River that is known for wildflowers.

Trail rating = easy Walk-in-the-By

Length: 3 km
Hiking time: 1.5 hours
Elevation: ninety m
Trailhead: From the trailer circle at the back of Kick Horse Campground near the washrooms. Lookout for the mauve interpretive sign. (map)

Habitat: A lush, moist forest at the bottom of Kicking Horse Pass.
Description: Walk to the historic pieces of a narrow-estimate locomotive, abandoned after being used to build the Spiral Tunnels.

Trail rating = easy Kicking Equus caballus to Amiskwi

Length: three.6 km
Hiking fourth dimension: i.5 hours
Superlative: 50 m
Trailhead: Natural Bridge parking area, four km west of Field, B.C. on Emerald Lake Road. (map)

Habitat: Mineral lick in the area. Watch for wild fauna hither at the confluence of three of import valleys.
Description: Walk or cycle a forested road to a picnic site at the confluence of three rivers.

Google Street View: Natural Bridge parking surface area Lot

Trail rating = easy Keen Divide

Length: 6 km
Hiking time: ii hours
Height:minimal
Trailhead: Lake O'Hara parking lot on the s side of the Trans-Canada Highway, thirteen km east of Field, B.C. (map)

Habitat: A primal pinchpoint for wildlife motility. Lookout man for bears.
Clarification: Walk or cycle on a airtight, paved road to the historic archway marking the location of the Continental Divide.

Trail rating = easy Ross Lake

Length: six.4 km
Hiking time: 2 hours
Summit: 100 m
Trailhead: Lake O'Hara parking lot on the south side of the Trans-Canada Highway, 13 km e of Field, B.C. (map)

Habitat: Typical Yoho forest, with a shallow creek crossing and marshy areas navigable by boardwalk.
Description: Get-go on an abandoned route and continue on a forested trail to a lake set at the headwall of Narao Peak.