Bulletins
Restricted Activity: Equestrian travel - Seasonal restrictions on trails through specific mountain passes
Issued: March 28, 2025
What: Pursuant to Section 7(1) of the National Parks General Regulations, of the Canada National Parks Act, the following activity is restricted or prohibited by order of the Superintendent:
Equine Use, Travel and Transport - Seasonal Restriction on Trail Travel through Mountain Passes.
When: From November 30 to June 30, annually.
Where: The following trails within Banff National Park:
1. Helen Lake and Dolomite Creek Trails through Dolomite Pass.
2. Mosquito Creek Trail over South Molar Pass.
3. North Molar Pass Trail over North Molar Pass.
4. Deception Pass Trail: From the Junction of the Baker Lake Trail to the junction of the Jones Pass Trail.
Penalty: Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty $25 000.
Start date: 2025-03-28
End date: Until further notice
For more information, call Banff Park Dispatch at 403.762.1470
Approved by:
Salman Rasheed
Superintendent, Banff Field Unit
François Masse
Superintendent, Lake Louise, Yoho, Kootenay Field Unit
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