Parks Canada has issued bear warnings for Saskatchewan Crossing Resort and the eastern section of Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A) in Banff National Park. Black bears and grizzly bears have been spotted in these areas. Visitors are advised to be aware of their surroundings, make noise while hiking and cycling, and carry bear spray. Minimum safe distances from wildlife are 100 meters for bears, wolves, cougars, and coyotes, and 30 meters for deer, elk, sheep, and moose. Sightings should be reported to the Visitor Centre, Johnston Canyon Campground kiosk, or Banff Dispatch.
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Banff National Park officials have issued a warning after a cougar was reported frequenting a campground in the park. The alert covers all trails, facilities, and campgrounds in the Tunnel Mountain area. Visitors are asked to practice “special caution” when visiting the area.