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08/31/2026

🐎🏔️ Did someone say ranch?

The dressing may be having its moment in the spotlight, but Yoho Ranch has been part of Yoho National Park's history since before 1939!

Located in Yoho Valley, this historic site has served many purposes over the years including cattle pasture, warden patrol base, and horse training facilities. Today, the Yoho Ranch Cabin and Horse Barn are recognized as federal heritage buildings.

⭐ Fun fact: The cabin originally served as the upper storey of the Natural Bridge Teahouse before being moved to its current location.

Have you seen the Yoho Ranch?

08/29/2026

It’s International Bat Night! 🦇🌙🌌

The Little Brown Bat is a species at risk in Yoho National Park and dusk is when these fascinating mammals become most active, flying, feeding on insects, and using echolocation to navigate.

As temperatures cool, Little Brown Bats begin seeking out hibernacula: cold, humid, safe places where they spend the winter hibernating. Many bats use caves for this purpose.

Caves are protected spaces, and it is illegal to enter a cave in any national park without a permit. These protections help reduce the risk of spreading White-nose syndrome, a disease that can spread quickly and kill up to 99% of bats at an affected site.

💚 Help protect bat habitat and learn more about these incredible nighttime neighbours: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/bc/yoho/nature/conservation/especes-species/petite-chauve-souris-brune-little-brown-bat

08/28/2026

⚠️ The fire ban in Yoho National Park will be lifted today, August 28, 2026, at 1200 p.m.

Recent precipitation, cooler temperatures, and forecasted weather conditions have lowered wildfire risk, allowing this ban to be lifted.

Please remember that even when a fire ban is lifted, Yoho National Park remains under a year-round fire restriction.
✔️Campfires are only allowed in the metal fire rings or boxes provided by Parks Canada.
✔️Backcountry campfires are prohibited in Yoho National Park, except for at Lake O’Hara campground in the designated fire ring.
✔️Campfires must be attended to at all times.
✔️Completely extinguish your campfire with water. Soak it, stir it, and soak it again until it is cool to the touch before leaving it.
✖️Fires made within rock rings are prohibited, year-round within national parks.
✖️Do not throw ci******es on the ground. Put them out and discard them in a bin.

For more fire information, including campfire guidelines, visit: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/bc/yoho/visit/feu-alert-fire/interdit-ban

⚠️Please use caution. Conditions can change quickly. Report any wildfires, illegal campfires, or suspicious smoke to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-4506.

08/24/2026

Mark your calendar! The Canada Strong Pass ends September 7, 2026. 🍁

Here is what will be changing on September 8:
✅Admission, camping, and Discovery Passes will return to regular prices
✅ Visitors who previously purchased their Discovery Pass, will automatically receive a three-month extension on their pass
✅ The park gates will return to full operation

Entry and service fees help support visitor facilities, services, infrastructure, and conservation efforts throughout the park.

🎟️ To purchase your pass, use the pass expiration calculator and learn more: https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/admission

08/21/2026

📸 Capture the perfect photo - safely!

Places like Natural Bridge are guaranteed to take your breath away. Just don’t let them take your footing too.

⚠️ Climbing over fencing or leaving designated trail poses a serious safety risk.

For a great shot:
➜ Stay in designated areas
➜ Zoom in instead of moving closer
➜ Be patient and wait for space at busy viewpoints.
➜ Walk the trail to find a different safe angle

The best photos are the ones that take you home safely. 💚🏔️

08/19/2026

🔍 Now and then: can you spot the difference?

These photos of Emerald Lake from 2013 and 2026 both show a beautiful place to stop and enjoy the view. Look a little closer and you'll see the impact of leaving the official trail.

This is called trail braiding.

When people leave the trail:
🌿 Vegetation is damaged
🐿️ Habitat for wildlife is reduced
🌎 Soil becomes compacted, making it harder for water to soak in and plants to grow
🌱 Sensitive areas take a long time to recover

The Emerald Lake area is home to some vegetation communities that are uncommon elsewhere in Yoho, including the alluvial fan seen here at the north end of the lake.

Help protect this special place by respecting signage and staying on marked trails. 💚

08/17/2026

🐾 “But, the coyotes do it!”

When you're exploring Yoho National Park with your dog, there are a few rules to follow.

Dogs must:
➜ Be on a leash
➜ Be under control

Humans must:
➜ Pick up after your pet
➜ Dispose of pet waste in garbage bin

Leaving bagged pet waste behind, even temporarily, is littering.

Whether you're exploring on two legs or four, let's help keep Yoho National Park clean and safe for people, pets, and wildlife. 💚🐕

08/15/2026

Looking to try something new on your next hike? 🧭 🔍

Celebrate International Geocaching Day in Yoho National Park. Pick up a geocaching activity sheet at the Visitor Centre information desk, then follow the trail to find hidden caches and answer the questions.

Return to the Visitor Centre to share your answers and receive a small prize.

Enjoy your search and help protect the park by practicing Leave No Trace rules. 🌿

https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/bc/yoho/activ/randonnee-hike

08/12/2026

Attention campers! Planning a visit to Takakkaw Falls this summer?

The steep switchbacks on Yoho Valley Road require extra care, particularly for oversized vehicles and RV users.

Travelling with a trailer?
➡️ Park it at the base of the road across from Monarch Campground.

Travelling in a vehicle over 7 m?
➡️ Follow the roadside signs and reverse up the switchback as required.

Have you driven the switchbacks on the Yoho Valley Road?

08/10/2026

🚁 Captain, the park is a no-fly zone for recreational drones.

Recreational drone use is prohibited in all national parks.

Drones can:
➜ Create safety risks
➜ Disturb wildlife
➜ Affect other visitors' experiences

Operating a drone in the park may result in law enforcement action and fines of up to $25,000.

Thank you for helping protect wildlife and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

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http://parks.canada.ca/yoho

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