by Brian Patton | Aug 10, 2013 | 2013 Floods, Banff National Park |
With the closure of the Sunshine Village Road and washouts on Pharaoh Creek as a result of the June 2013 flood, its been a discouraging summer for getting to Sunshine Meadows and Egypt Lakes. But backpackers travelling from Spray Valley Provincial Park to Highway 93... by Brian Patton | Aug 4, 2013 | Banff National Park, Wildflowers |
The switchbacking trail to the alpine summit of Parker Ridge in northern Banff National Park has a reputation for being the most scenic short hike in the Canadian Rockies. On Sunday, July 28, 2013, I recorded my 57th “ascent” of the ridge. Most of my Parker Ridge... by Andrew Hempstead | Jul 14, 2013 | 2013 Floods, Banff National Park |
As of July 14, 2013, many trails within the southern half of Banff National Park have reopened after June flooding. Although many backcountry bridges have been compromised, stream levels are now low enough for careful fording. Parks Canada has reopened the following...