Trail conditions report
Yoho National Park
In the mountains, trail conditions can change quickly. Find the latest trail condition reports and closures for Yoho National Park. Be sure to check back often for up-to-date information.
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Fire information
Current fire danger: View fire danger rating
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Fire Danger Rating
Current fire danger
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
Current fire danger | Low | 01-10-2025: Not applicable; |
Roads
The Yoho Valley Road seasonal closure is in effect until mid-June; no vehicle access to Takakkaw Falls.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoho Valley Road (Takakkaw Falls) | Closed. | 11-05-2026: Closed to vehicles seasonally from mid-October through mid-June; Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details | |
| Wapta Falls Road | Open. | 12-05-2026: Road open; No westbound access ; | Trail details |
West End Trails
Fishing and watercraft prohibited in Yoho National Park.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Wapta Falls Trail | Good. | 12-05-2026: No westbound access ; Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
 Moderate |
Mt. Hunter Upper Lookout Trail | Caution. | 11-05-2026: No westbound access ; Snow covered; Snow at high elevation ; Watch for ticks; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Mt. Hunter Lower Lookout Trail | Good. | 11-05-2026: No westbound access ; Wet and muddy sections; Watch for ticks; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Hoodoos Trail | Good. | 12-05-2026: Campground closed; Watch for ticks; Mainly dry; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Ottertail Valley Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: No westbound access ; Avalanche debris on trail; Snow covered sections; | Trail details |
Emerald Lake Area
Fishing and watercraft prohibited in Yoho National Park.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Emerald Lakeshore Loop | Caution. | 12-05-2026: Avalanche debris on trail; Sturdy hiking boots and hiking poles recommended; Cleats recommended; Icy sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Hamilton Falls Trail | Fair. | 13-05-2026: Snow patches; Deadfall on trail; Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Kicking Horse Fire Road | Good. | 11-05-2026: Wet and muddy sections; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Emerald River Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snow covered sections; Wet and muddy sections; Deadfall on trail; | |
| Moderate |
Emerald Basin Trail | Not recommended. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Yoho Pass Trail | Not recommended. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Hamilton Lake Trail | Not recommended. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Emerald Triangle Trail | Not recommended. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
South Burgess Pass Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snow at high elevation ; Deadfall on trail; | Trail details |
East End Trails
Fishing and watercraft prohibited in Yoho National Park.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Great Divide Trail to Lake Louise | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Risk of post-holing; Icy sections; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Ross Lake Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Risk of post-holing; Icy sections; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Sherbrooke Lake Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Risk of post-holing; Icy sections; Avalanche danger after reaching the lake; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Paget Lookout Trail | Poor. | 11-05-2026: Snowbound; Risk of post-holing; Icy sections; | Trail details |
Yoho Valley
The Yoho Valley Road seasonal closure is in effect until mid-June; no vehicle access to Takakkaw Falls.
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy |
Centennial Trail | Caution. | 12-05-2026: Walk in access only, road closed to vehicles; Avalanche debris on trail; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Yoho Valley Trail: Point Lace Falls and Angels Staircase Falls | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Yoho Valley Trail: Laughing Falls | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Yoho Valley Trail: Twin Falls | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Little Yoho Valley Trail | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Iceline via Celeste Lake Trail | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Iceline via Little Yoho Trail | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Whaleback Trail | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Yoho Lake Trail | Road access closed | 12-05-2026: Snowbound; Avalanche danger; | Trail details |