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BACKCOUNTRYISITORS GUIDEANFF NATIONAL PARK

e chosen a very special place to enjoy antry experience. Canadas oldest nationaltects large tracts of stunningly beautifuln wilderness. As a backcountry traveller,be able to visit natural wonders seen by

mall percentage of Banff National ParkA wide range of backcountry experiencesable, supported by over 1500 km ofbackcountry campsites, 2 trail shelters,untry lodges, several alpine huts,

ercial horse outfitters, and numerousguide services.

ntry visitors have a special responsibilitymize their impact on the parks richand cultural heritage

de will help you plan a safe andle visit, while keeping the parks naturalment as healthy as possible.

wonderful trip!

Where to Go?The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a goodstarting point for selecting a hike. More detailed trailguidebooks and topographic maps are availablethrough the Friends of Banff National Park (see

Additional Contacts). Park Information Centre staffcan also provide you with up-to-date trailconditions, warning and closure notices, and otheressential information.

When to Go?The hiking season usually lasts from May to October.From mid-May to late June, many passes are stillsnow-bound with most trails accessible only at lowerelevations or on drier, south facing slopes. Trails tendto be muddier during the spring. Towards themiddle of July, most passes are usually open.

Although the climate is generally drier fromSeptember to October, temperatures are lower with agreater chance of snowfall occurring, particularly athigher elevations.

Mountain weather is unpredictable. Be prepared forrain or snow at any time, particularly at higherelevations. Freezing temperatures are notuncommon above 1500 metres, even in summer.

TransportationTrailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle.Public transportation to outlying park trailheads islimited. Park Information Centre staff can assist youwith information about available options.

PermitsThe Wilderness Passis a mandatory permit foranyone planning an overnight trip into the

backcountry of Banff National Park. It specifies thecampsites you are using and the number of peopleand tents in your group.

You will also require a National Park Passforentering the national parks. A National Park fishinglicense is required for angling, and a Grazing Permitif you are traveling by horse.

The BasicsSelect a tripwhich best suits your partysabilities and experience, interests, equipmentand the time you have available.

The maximum group size is 10 people.

Familiarize yourself with the trailyou haveselected.This includes using additionalreference guides and topographic maps. Theseare available through the Friends of BanffNational Park.

You may reservethe campsites you wish up to3 months in advance. A non-refundablereservation fee applies. Book early for popularcampsites.

Obtain your Wilderness Passfrom a ParkInformation Centre.

Check conditions prior to departure . Weather,trail, road reports are available at ParkInformation Centres and through our website.(see Information Sources).

Be preparedto be self-sufficient duringinclement and rapidly changing mountainconditions by packing the right clothing andcamping gear.

Bring alonga backpackers camp stove andfuel for cooking.

Let a responsible friend or family memberknowabout your travel plans, or use the safetyregistration system.

Check the trailhead kiosk prior to your hikefor important updates.

Playing it safeYour safety is your personal responsibility. Alloutdoor activities involve some degree of risk.Caution and self-reliance are essential. You or yourtrip leader should have a knowledge of naturalhazards, experience in avoiding them and a planto deal with them successfully when required.Ensure that there is some flexibility in your plansin the case of severe weather or encounters withother natural hazards.

WaterGiardia lambliaand other water borne parasites arespread by humans and some domestic and wildanimals. These parasites can be in any surfacewater and may contaminate the water supply.Boiling, filtering or treating the water isrecommended.

DogsConsider leaving your dog at home. Wild animalssee dogs as either prey or predator, and this canprovoke confrontations with wildlife and affectyour safety. Dogs must be on a leash at all times ina National Park, and are not permitted in

backcountry shelters.

Wildlife is WildNever forget that park animals are wild and can

be dangerous. Any animal can become aggressiveif it feels threatened, so keep your distance30 metres from most animals, and at least 100 mfrom carnivores (such as bears, cougars, wolves).BearsBoth black and grizzly bears are of special concernto backcountry travellers. Learn more about howto reduce the risk of bear encounters by readingthe brochure Bears and People: A Guide to Safety andConservation on the Trail , available at ParkInformation Centres and the park website.

Information SourMain ContactsFor Wilderness Passes, safetyperson only), trail reservationBanff Information Centre224 Banff Avenue, Banff, ABtel (403)762-1556; fax (403)762e-mail: banff.trails@pc.gc.caLake Louise Information CeSamson Mall, Village of Laketel (403) 522-1264; fax (403) 5e-mail: LL.info@pc.gc.caParks Canada-Calgary Servi13 flr, 635-8 Avenue SWtel (403) 292-4401

Additional ContactsBanff National Park WebsiteMore detailed trip planning iweather, trail, road and avalawww.pc.gc.ca/banff

Trail Report tel (403) 762-1305Weather Report tel (403) 762-Winter Avalanche Report tel (

Mountaineering InformationBanff Warden Office tel (403) Lake Louise Warden Office te

Friends of Banff National PaRetail outlets for guidebooks

recreational mapstel (403) 762-8918, www.frien

Continuing beyond park bouAlberta Parks and P rotected Countrytel (403) 678-5508www.cd.gov.ab.ca/enjoying_al

B.C. Provincial Parks Kootetel (250) 489-8540www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CallOR Satellite Phone: (403) 762Cell phones are not always re

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untry experiences. In more popular andble areas, you may find maintained trailsignated campsites with amenities likeses, tent pads, food storage cables, rusticables, and metal fire grates at sites wherees are allowed. You are required to camp

nated primitive campsites or stay at trailindicated on your Wilderness Pass.

remote parts of the park, trails are not asintained and travellers must be prepared

dom camping (certain restrictions apply).l have to ford rivers as there are few. Route-finding skills may be required inareas. Remote areas provide a greater

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railshare the trails and campsites with horseand/or mountain bicyclists in certainthe park. Respect for others can go a

ay towards reducing conflicts. You mayplan your trip to avoid encounters with

ser groups. Trails that have commercialse may be muddy.

Shelters and Backcountry

esrail shelters are provided at Egypt Lakeant Creek. They can be booked in theay as campsites by paying a surcharge onilderness Pass. Commercial backcountryprovide a higher level of service than the, and should be booked through thercial operators.

Backcountry CampingCamp in designated campsites as indicated on yourWilderness Pass and use the tent pads provided tominimize impact on vegetation. The maximumlength of stay at one site is 3 consecutive days.

Random CampingIf your route passes through a random campingarea make sure your campsite is a distance of 5 kmor more from the trailhead. Choose a campsite atleast 50 m off the trail and 70 m from the nearestwater source. The maximum length of stay at onesite is 3 consecutive days. Sleep well away fromfood storage and cooking areas. If you have a fire,remove all traces, including stone fire rings beforemoving on.

Food StorageTo reduce your campsites attractiveness to bears,all food, garbage, toiletries and cooking equipmentmust be suspended from the food storage cablesprovided at designated campsites. In randomcamping areas, if you do not have a bear resistantstorage canister, find two stout trees and hang yourfood at least 4 metres above the ground and1.3 metres from each tree trunk (bring two 20 mlengths of rope along with you). Please rememberthat food left in vehicles may encourage damage by

bears. Avoid leaving excess food in your vehicle.

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Campfires

Consider campfires a luxury and bring a stove.Campfires are not permitted in some backcountryareas (see map on reverse). Keep your fire small and

use only deadfall. At designated campsites,fires arepermitted only in metal fire rings whereprovided. Tend your fire at all times and ensure it iscompletely out before moving on.

WashingWash well away from any lakes, streams or riversand keep the use of soap to a minimum. Even

biodegradable soaps are pollutants. When washingdishes, strain out those last bits of food waste andpack them out. Disperse grey water on land,spraying it around over an area that is a gooddistance from water sources and campsites.

Human WasteUse the pit privies provided if possible. If there areno facilities nearby, select a spot away from trails,campsites and at least 70 m from water sources. Dig ahole 12 to 16 cm deep with a stick, the heel of your

boot or a small trowel to reach the dark-colouredbiologically active soil layer. Fill the hole with soilafterwarddo not pack it down. Use as little toiletpaper as possible. Pack out feminine hygieneproducts.

GarbagePlease, if you pack it inpack it out. By law, you areresponsible for everything you take into the

backcountry and this includes garbage. Litter in the

backcountry is both unsightly and hazardous.Animals may be injured by scavenging in garbageleft lying around. Do not dispose of garbage in pitpriviesit may attract animals.

Managing Hu

The wilderness experience iis one of the best in the wregional population growincrease in visitation, it wilimportant to manage humaprotect that wilderness expe

As indicators of ecosystemare especially sensitive toBanff National Park plays helping maintain a viable bears on the regional l andbears form the bedrock population. The park suptrations of female grizzlieFlints Park and middle SCreek areas. Human use wdirectly within these areas tsecurity vital for female nurture cubs.

Ongoing dialogue withbackcountry users will contas we implement and emanagement.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

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SAFETY

FishingFishing is permitted in most backcountry lakes,however, some lakes are catch and release only. ANational Park Fishing Permit is required to fishany park waters. Fishing permits can be purchasedat Park Information Centres and at several Calgaryand Banff retail outlets that sell angling supplies.Be sure to obtain the Fishing Regulations Summary

brochure. It covers opening seasons, bait and tacklerestrictions and catch and possession limits.Seasonal closures may be in effect on some lakes toallow fish populations to recover fromover-fishing.

Backcountry WardensNational park wardens conduct backcountrypatrols throughout the year. They are there to assistyou in case of emergency, provide information, andensure that the parks natural and culturalresources are protected. Any park warden youencounter in the backcountry will ask to see yourWilderness Pass and Fishing Licence. Since theirduties require them to travel long distances, youshould not count on being able to find a warden incase of emergency. Prepare to be self-reliant.

Climbing, Mountaineering & Glacier

TravelIf you plan to take part in climbing ormountaineering activities you may wish to discussyour plans with a park warden in Banff or LakeLouise. Since climbing and mountaineeringactivities involve some risk or hazard, a voluntarysafety registration is also recommended.Mountaineering parties need to obtain aWilderness Pass to bivouac in non-vegetated areas.Special restrictions apply. The Alpine Club ofCanada operates several mountaineering huts inBanff National Park. To find out more about thehuts, or to make a booking, contact the Alpine Club(403) 678-3200, www.alpineclubofcanada.ca

ReservationsBackcountry campsite and shelter reservations can

be made up to 3 months in advance of your trip byphone or in person at Park Information Centres andthe Calgary Service Centre. Reservations areadvisable during the peak hiking months of Julyand August.

If your Wilderness Pass is mailed or faxed to you,contact a Park Information Centre prior todeparture for updates on trail conditions, closuresand other pertinent information.

Wilderness Pass and reservation fees are used tooffset the costs of trail and campgroundmaintenance, bridge building, backcountryassistance, and other services that help shapememorable visitor experiences in the national parks.

Voluntary Safety RegistrationsIf you plan on participating in any backcountryactivity and do not have a reliable local contact toleave your detailed travel information with, you canregister your trip in person at the time you purchaseyour Wilderness Pass. A safety registration ensuresthat if you do not return by the date and timerecorded, a search will be initiated on your behalf.You must report back immediately upon yourreturn to a Park Information Centre, or if they areclosed, call the ParkWarden Office at(403) 762-1470.

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BACKCOUNTRYSITORS GUIDE

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Collecting Natural or Cultural ObjectsPlease leave rocks, fossils, horns, antlers,wildflowers, nests and all other natural or historicalobjects as you found them for others to enjoy. It isunlawful to disturb, damage or remove any naturalor cultural resources within a National Park.

Stay on the TrailShortcutting between trailswitchbacks damages both thesoil and plant life. This not onlyruins the look of an area, butalso makes it susceptible tofurther damage by erosion.Staying on the trail is especiallyimportant when soils are wetand susceptible to damage, andin fragile vegetationcommunities like the alpine.

For more information on low impact travel in thebackcountry contact:Leave No Trace Canada,1-877-238-9343, www.leavenotrace.ca

Horse UseBe prepared to encounter horses, since many parktrails are shared with equestrians. Be aware thatsome areas are frequented by commercially guidedhorse trips. Park Information Centres haveinformation about guided day or overnight horsetrips in the park. Consult the Horse Users Guideand the Banff Warden Office to obtain informationabout a backcountry horse trip and requiredpermits and fees.

Trail Bicycling

Bicycling is only permitted on designated trails. Allother park trails are closed to bicycles. Ask for theBanff National Park Mountain Biking and CyclingGuide publication at Information Centres.

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LOOKING FORTRIP IDEAS?

re are some suggested backcountryps, but Banff National Park offers manyre opportunities than those describede. It is always possible to add more

ys to your trip in any given area. Thember of nights given is a minimum.ere are several popular guidebooks,ographic and recreational maps

ailable. Some of the books include:nadian Rockies Trail Guide, 2000

Edition, Patton and Robinson; Classices in the Canadian Rockies, 2003, Pole, G.;kcountry Banff, 2001, Potter, M.;

ndonne pdestre dans les Rocheusesadiennes, 2002, Thivierge, P.

ormation Centre staff would be pleasedassist you on your trip selection, orect you to other available resourceterials. Interested in day hikes? Pick upopy of Parks Canadas Day Hikes in Banfftional Park.

wo Day Tripske Minnewanka 8 km one way;vation gain: nilpopular early or late season hike or bikeng the lakeshore. The trail departs fromtrailhead at the Lake Minnewanka dayarea and returns by the same route.

ring the summer, Lake Minnewanka isopular destination for motorboats. Stayextra night and explore Aylmer Pass orlmer Lookout. Seasonal closures of8 campground and Aylmer Pass area

ring buffalo berry season.mpsite: Lm8 Aylmer Pass Junction.pographic map: 82 O/6. Gem Trekreational map: Banff and Mount

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acier Lake8.9 km one way;vation gain: 210 mpopular early season hike that departsm a trailhead north o f Saskatchewanossing on the Icefields Parkway andngs travellers to a campsite at one of thegest backcountry lakes in Banff Nationalk.

mpsite: Gl 9 Glacier Lake.pographic map: 82 N/15.m Trek recreational map: Bow Lakekatchewan Crossing

in Lakes8.7 km one way;vation gain: 605 min Lakes can be reached by two trails.

e first departs from the Vista Lakewpoint on Highway 93 and continueser Arnica summit. The second begins atrude Creek just off the Trans Canada

ghway and follows a less strenuous, ands scenic, route.mpsite: Tw7 Twin Lakes.pographic maps: 82 O/4, 82 O/5. Gemk recreational map: Banff and Mount

siniboine

k Lake Summit11.5 km one way;vation gain: 610 mparting from the Mt. Norquay ski area,first few km of the trail climbs through

nse forest. The campsite is located in theen subalpine meadow of Elk Lake Pass,out 2km before Elk Lake. This area isquented by commercially guided horseps.mpsite: Ek13 Elk Lake Summit.pographic maps: 82 O/4, 82 O/5. Gemk recreational map: Banff and Mount

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squito Creek/Molar Passkm one way; elevation gain: 535 m

s trail begins at the Mosquito Creeklhead (along the Icefields Parkway).y at Mosquito Creek campsite as a baseproximately 6 km from trailhead) andke a side trip over Molar Pass through

me of the most extensive alpineadows in Banff National Park. Fires arepermitted.

mpsite: Mo5 Mosquito Creek.

pographic map: 82 O/4.

Three Day TripsEgypt Lake12.4 km one way; elevationgain: 655 m A trip can be made from theSunshine Village ski area parking lot, viaHealy Creek, to the Egypt Lakecampground or trail shelter and back,passing over Healy Pass. Stay two nightsif possible to further explore the wondersof the area.Campsite: E13 Egypt Lake or Egypt Laketrail shelter.Topographic map: 82 O/4. Gem Trekrecreational map: Banff and MountAssiniboine

Bryant Creekarea 45 km total distance;elevation gain: 455 mBeginning at the Mt. Shark trailhead inKananaskis Country, Alberta, this trail

brings hikers to two campgrounds, and atrail shelter. Day trips can then be madeto Wonder, Allenby or Assiniboine Passes.Be prepared for noise from helicopters.Seasonal trail restrictions on AllenbyPass and Assiniboine Pass duringbuffalo berry season.Campsite: 2 nights at Br14 McBridesCamp; Br13 Marvel Lake or Bryant Creektrail shelter.Topographic maps: 82 J/14, 82 J/13. GemTrek recreational map: Banff and MountAssiniboine

Mystic Pass37 km; elevation gain: 580 mFrom the trailhead at the Mt. Norquay skiarea, the first part of the trail follows therushing waters of Forty Mile Creek. Onthe second day, pass by Mystic Lake andascend toward the open alpine country ofMystic Pass (where snow may linger lateinto the summer). After joining the

Johnston Creek trail, enjoy a relativelyeasy hike out to Johnston Canyon on theBow Valley Parkway, via the Ink Pots.Portions of this area are frequented bycommercially guided horse trips.Campsites: Fm19 Mystic Junction(night 1);

Jo9 Larrys Camp (night 2).Topographicmaps: 82 O/4, 82 O/5. Gem Trekrecreational map: Banff and MountAssiniboine

Skoki Loop34 km; elevation gain:1,136 mBeginning at the Fish Creek trailhead(next to the Lake Louise ski area) this tripstarts with a 4 km hike up the SkiingLouise limited access maintenance road.Climb over aptly named Boulder Passand pass by Ptarmigan Lake beforedescending to Baker Lake. The secondday involves travelling around Fossilmountain and past the National Historicsite of Skoki Lodge to Merlin Meadows.After climbing Deception Pass, re-join theaccess trail at Ptarmigan Lake.Campsites: Sk11 Baker Lake(night 1); Sk18 Merlin Meadows (night 2).Topographic maps: 82 N/8, 82 N/9, 82O/5, 82 O/12. Gem Trek recreational

map: Lake Louise Yoho

Four Day TripsAssiniboine Loop55 kmThe trail begins and ends at the Mt. Sharktrailhead in Kananaskis Country, Alberta.Travel through three contiguousprotected areas and behold the beauty o fthe sixth highest mountain in theCanadian Rockies (Mt. Assiniboine).Seasonal trail restrictions on AllenbyPass and Assiniboine Pass duringbuffalo berry season.Campsites: Br 14 McBrides Camp(night 1); Lake Magog Campground orthe BC Parks trail shelter, Mt. AssiniboineProvincial Park (nights 2 and 3) whereseparate BC Parks campground fees will

be collected on-site; Br 13 Marvel Lake, orstay at the Bryant Creek trail shelter(night 4).Topographic maps: 82 J/14, 82 J/13. GemTrek recreational map: Banff and MountAssiniboine

Sunshine Assiniboine Bryant Creek55.7 kmThis trip is best suited to parties with twovehicles. Mt. Assiniboine can also bereached from the Sunshine Village skiarea via the rambling alpine meadows ofCitadel Pass. Either walk up the SunshineVillage limited access ski areamaintenance road or ride the privatelyrun shuttle up the 6.5 km to the basevillage. The trip exits via Bryant Creek atthe Mt. Shark trailhead in KananaskisCountry, Alberta. Seasonal trailrestrictions on Allenby Pass andAssiniboine Pass during buffalo berryseason.Campsites: Porcupine Campground, Mt.Assiniboine Provincial Park (night 1);Lake Magog Campground, Mt.Assiniboine Provincial Park (night 2),where separate BC Parks campgroundfees will be collected on-site; Br 13 MarvelLake or Br 14 McBrides Camp (night 3).Topographic maps:82 O/4, 82 J/14, 82 J/13. Gem Trekrecreational map: Banff and MountAssiniboine

Sunshine Vista Lake40 kmA series of high country trails link theSunshine Village ski area (access via footor the privately run shuttle) to the VistaLake viewpoint on Highway 93. Explorethe Egypt Lake area en rou te. Afterclimbing over Gibbon Pass, the trailmeanders past a series of scenic lakes

before the final descent to the highway.Campsites: E13 Egypt Lake (night 1);Re14 Shadow Lake (night 2); Tw7 TwinLakes (night 3). Topographic maps: 82O/4, 82 N/1. Gem Trek recreational map:Banff and Mount Assiniboine

Five Days PlusSawback Trail74 kmThis trip takes you over three spectacularmountain passes. The trail traverses agood portion of Banff National Park,linking the town of Banff with the hamletof Lake Louise. Trailheads are located atMt. Norquay ski area and the Fish Creektrailhead. Portions of this area arefrequented by commercially guidedhorse trips. There are many campingoptionsa possible 7-day itinerary isprovided here.Campsites: Fm 19 Mystic Junction(night 1); Jo 9 Larrys camp (night 2); Jo 18

Johnston Creek or Jo 19 Luellen Lake(night 3); Jo 29 Badger Pass (night 4); Ba15 Wildflower Creek (night 5); Sk 11Baker Lake (night 6). Topographic maps:82 O/4, 82 O/5, 82 N/8. Gem Trekrecreational map:Banff and MountAssiniboine

Mystic Pass Flints Park - Badger Pass76.4 kmAllow about seven days for this journeywhich begins and ends at JohnstonCanyon. Enjoy the subalpine meadowsen route to Flints Park and climb overremote Mystic and Badger Passes.Badger Pass can be blocked with a snowcornice well into the summer months.This area is frequented by commerciallyguided horse trips.Campsites: Jo 9 Larrys Camp (night 1);Ml 22 Mystic Valley (night 2); Cr 31Flints Park (night 3); Cr 37 Block Lakes

Junction (night 4); Jo 29 Badger PassJunction (night 5); Jo 18 Johnston Creek(night 6); Jo 9 Larrys Camp (night 7).Topographic maps: 82 O/4, 82 O/5. GemTrek recreational map: Banff and Mount

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Bo1c Bow River / canoe 82 0/4 580127 5677203Br 9 Big Springs 82 J/14 607078 5637159

Br 13 Marvel Lake 82 J/13 604389 5638903Br 14 Mcbrides Camp 82 J/13 604026 5639892

Br17 Allenby Junction 82 J/13 601167 5641943Bw10 Brewster Creek 82 0/4 594319 5660210

Cr 6 Cascade Bridge 82 0/5 602119 5682910Cr 15 Stony Creek 82 0/5 597596 5689502

Cr 31 Flints Park 82 0/5 586053 5696064Cr37 Block Lakes Junction 82 0/5 581419 5693710

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E 5 Healy Creek 82 0/4 582419 5661010E 13 Egypt Lake 82 0/4 577142 5662446

Ek13 Elk L. Summit 82 0/5 595019 5681910Fm10 Mount Cockscomb 82 0/4 592219 5676810

Fm 19 Mystic Junction 82 0/5 589533 5683762Fm29 Sawback Lake 82 0/5 586619 5690410

Gl 9 Glacier Lake 82 N/15 511415 5752781He 5 Hector Lake 82 N/9 546234 5714554

Jo 9 Larrys Camp 82 0/5 581990 5683278Jo18 Johnston Creek 82 0/5 577019 5688410

Jo19 Luellan Lake 82 0/5 576319 5688410Jo29 Badger Pass Junction 82 0/5 573619 5693010

Lm 8 Lake Minnewanka 82 0/6 609719 5681710Lm 9 Aylmer Canyon 82 0/6 611002 5682104

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Lm11 Mount Inglismaldie 82 0/6 61241

Lm20 Mount Costigan 82 0/3 61862Lm 22 The Narrows 82 0/6 61999

Lm31 Ghost Lakes 82 0/6 62092Mi22 Mystic Valley 82 0/5 58820

Mo16 Molar Creek 82 N/9 55550Mo18 Fish Lakes 82 N/9 55561

Mo 5 Mosquito Creek 82 N/9 54830No 5 Norman Lake 83 C/2 50708

Pa10 Paradise Valley 82 N/8 55225Re 6 Lost Horse Creek 82 0/4 57831

Re 14 Shadow Lake 82 0/4 57380

Re16 Pharaoh Creek 82 0/4 57671Re21 Ball Pass Junction 82 0/4 57221

Sf Siffleur River 82 N/16 54418Sk 5 Hidden Lake 82 N/8 56266

Sk11 Baker Lake 82 N/8 56720Sk18 Merlin Meadows 82 N/9 56329

Sk19 Red Deer Lakes 82 N/9 56634Sp 6 Mount Rundle 82 0/4 60296

Su 8 Howard Douglas 82 0/4 58791Ta 6 Taylor Lake 82 N/8 56352

Tw 7 Twin Lakes 82 0/4 57121Us15 Birdwood 82 J/14 61059

Us18 Leman Lake 82 J/14 61174

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Universal Transverse Mercator Projection Zone 11 Datum NAD 83 (Bolded numbersare for military UTMS)

Universal Transverse Mercator Projection Zone

Woodland Caribouare a threatenedspecies, which aresensitive to humandisturbance. Pleasedo not approachthem and, if feasible,leave the area toavoid disturbingthem. Yourobservations areimportant. Reportsightings to ParkInformation Centres.