by Brian Patton | Nov 9, 2017 | Waterton Lakes National Park, Wildfire |
It is estimated that 30% of Waterton Lakes National Park was burned by the Kenow wildfire that swept through the park in mid-September. The scenes of charred forest and buildings left park fans, including hikers, wondering what the future holds. For many who spent... by Brian Patton | Oct 6, 2017 | Waterton Lakes National Park, Wildfire |
As autumn snow dusts the peaks down to the 2000-m level, Waterton Lakes National Park has reopened, more or less, and is licking its wounds following the Kenow wildfire, the most devastating forest fire in the park’s history. The townsite is open for... by Brian Patton | Sep 6, 2017 | Waterton Lakes National Park, Wildfire |
September is the best time for a hiking holiday in Waterton Lakes National Park. But not this year. An out-of-control wildfire burning near the northwest corner of the park has placed all residents and visitors on notice for possible evacuation and the entire... by Brian Patton | Sep 6, 2017 | Banff National Park, Elk Lakes Provincial Park, Mt Assiniboine Provincial Park, Wildfire |
As British Columbia experiences its worst wildfire season ever, the BC Wildfire Service has closed access to the backcountry in the Rocky Mountain Forest District in the province’s southeast corner, which includes Mount Assiniboine, Elk Lakes and... by Brian Patton | Aug 6, 2017 | Kootenay National Park, Wildfire |
Update August 16, 2017—The trail to Floe Lake and the southern half of The Rockwall Trail have reopened. Keep track of current conditions on the Kootenay National Park Trail Condition Report. The Verdant Creek wildfire has claimed another popular hiking area in... by Brian Patton | Jul 23, 2017 | Mt Assiniboine Provincial Park, Wildfire |
Update July 31, 2017—Though trails in the southern half of Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park reopened Wednesday, July 26, increased fire activity and a forecast of continued hot, dry weather prompted BC Parks to close the park again on Monday, July 31st. For the...