Bulletins
Banff National Park
Annual Area Closure: Hillsdale Split
Issued: July 16, 2026
Ends: August 31, 2026
Bow Valley Parkway (1A)
What: Pursuant to Section 36(1) of the National Parks General
Regulations, of the Canada National Parks Act, the following area isclosed to all traffic and travel by order of the Superintendent:
Where: The area between Ranger Creek and the west end of the Hillsdale split including areas surrounding Hillsdale split. Highway 1A, The Bow Valley Parkway, is still open for vehicular traffic (see
accompanying map).
Why: Wildlife activity in this area cannot be disturbed by human
presence
Penalty: Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty $25 000.
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