West Coast Trail Advisory June 27th to August 4th, 2008

West Coast Trail Advisory - Parks Canada

June 27th to August 4th, 2008

Respect all wildlife!
Be alert and if the following wildlife is encountered make your presence known and attempt to scare the animal away and report any encounters to park staff. Be cautious of all wild animals, as they can be very dangerous. If you see a cub or kitten that appears to be alone, remember that its mother is never far away. Never approach wildlife - leave the area immediately!

Cougars: Ensure that you have read the posted Cougar Alert - it contains information that you need to know. Report all cougar sightings, a detailed description of the animal, and sign of tracks or scat to parks staff immediately.

Km 11 - Cougar seen in area

Bears: Keep a “Bare Campsite” to keep bears and people safe. Bear-proof lockers are in place at many campsites – hang your food and garbage properly in all other areas.

Km 2-3 -- Bear seen in area
Km 33 to 38 - Sow with cub and large male in area.
Km 60 to 67 - Sow with cub in area and near Camper Bay
Km 72 - Bear seen in area.

Wolves: Keep a clean campsite so wolves do not scavenge food. Report all sightings immediately. Km 17 - Wolf seen in area.

Respect all Wildlife! Report any encounters to park staff. Be cautious of all wild animals, as they can be very dangerous. If you see a cub or kitten that appears to be alone, remember that its mother is never far away. Never approach wildlife - leave the area immediately!

Closed Areas: It is prohibited by the National Parks Act of Canada to enter closed areas.

Logan Creek campground CLOSED due to a landslide.
VOLUNTARY CLOSURE in effect at Cheewhat campground due to high bear activity throughout the area. Travel with caution.