BC wildfire update – as of August 3

Our thoughts are with the communities, first responders and tourism industry colleagues affected by the forest fires currently burning throughout British Columbia. We are committed to sharing any relevant information on our consumer and industry websites.

Information and Resources 

The fire does not directly threaten any communities at this time, however visitors and residents should expect increased smoke as temperatures increase. The fire remains on the West side of the Continental Divide and is approximately 11,000 hectares in size.

Highway 93 South through Kootenay National Park reopened August 2. This highway continues to be affected by wildfire, smoke and fire suppression activities and may be subject to temporary closures to ensure the safety of the public.

What’s Closed

• In Banff National Park:
  • Ball Pass area from junction of Whistling Pass;
  • Sunshine Village and Sunshine Village Road;
  • All trails in the Egypt Lake area, including Healy Pass, Citadel Pass and Sunshine Meadows;
  • Brewster Creek area drainage;
  • Backcountry campgrounds Re16, E13, E5, Su8 and BW10

• In Kootenay National Park:
  • Area northwest of the Honeymoon Pass Trail including the Hawk Creek Trail and Kootenay Park Lodge
  • Portions of the Rockwall Trail beginning Saturday, August 5 

What’s Open

• Shadow Lake Lodge and backcountry campgrounds Re6, Re14, and Re 21 remain open.