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Banff National Park NATURE AND WILDLIFE Grizzly bears are more plentiful than black bears in Banff National Park. Most of the backcountry wilderness in the park is subalpine forest, alpine tundra or rock and ice, and is thus more suited to grizzlies than blacks. However, visitors are more likely to see black bears because black bears frequent the low-lying valleys that our park roads run through. Wolves only recently returned to the park after a long absence. There are now 35-40 wolves residing in the park in four different packs, including one pack that uses the Bow Valley between Banff and Lake Louise and is occasionally seen along the Bow Valley Parkway. PARK HISTORY In the fall of 1883, three Canadian Pacific Railway construction workers stumbled across a cave containing hot springs on the eastern slopes of Alberta's Rocky Mountains. From that humble beginning was born Banff National Park, Canada's first national park and the world's third. Spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers, Banff National Park is one of the world's premier destination spots. LODGING OPPORTUNITIES (Links to Banff Lodging) THE FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE Located in the heart of pristine Banff National Park, and within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this cherished Canadian icon is recognized globally for progressive environmental stewardship and responsible tourism, values at the heart of this historic resort. THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness. View more Banff National Park links! |