Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about Yoho National Park
Q:Can you hike at Yoho National Park?
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Yes, you can, it is encouraged. There are many short hikes and walks with different skill levels, Wapta Falls, Emerald Lake, Hamilton Falls are all easy hikes ranging from a half an hour to two hours. Day hikes range from easy to difficult more of the popular day hikes are Sherbrooke Lake, Laughing Falls, Kicking Horse to Otterhead and Mt. Hunter. To view fossils at the Burgess Shale you must go on a guided interpretive hike.
Q:What kind of activities are in Yoho National Park?
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Take some selfies at one of the Red Chairs, wildlife viewing, fishing, climbing or cycling are all popular activities at Yoho. There are also interpretive activities so be sure to stop at the visitor center for current activities or programs.
Q:What are other points of interest at Yoho National Park?
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If you love waterfalls be sure to make a stop at least one of the popular waterfalls in Yoho. Wapta Falls or Takakkaw Falls. Popular lakes to see are Emerald Lake and Lake O'Hara. Want to step back in time, visit the Kicking Horse Pass National Historic Site or Yoho Visitor Center.
Q:What is the Yoho National Park's Red Chairs?
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Red lawn chairs are placed in two locations in the park that offer spectacular views and offer a great photo opportunity to take a selfie and share with your friends and family. The first location is at The Takakkaw Falls trailhead, they are located a few feet east of the pedestrian bridge. The second set of chairs is at Yoho Lake.
Q:Can I bring my dog into Yoho National Park?
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Yes, but your dog must remain on a leash at all times. This is for yours and the dog's safety. Wildlife sightings are common.
Q:What is the entrance fee at Yoho National Park?
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A day pass provides entry into Banff, Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Waterton Lakes and Elk Island. The pass is valid until 4:00 pm on the day after purchase. Park passes are available in person at Canada's park gates and information centers.
Daily
Adult $10.50
Senior $9.00
Youth FREE
Family/Group $21.00
Adult: Person 18 to 64 years of age Senior: Person 65 years of age or over Youth: Person 6 to 17 years of age Family/Group: Up to seven people arriving in a single vehicle in a national park. School Groups: Students of elementary and secondary schools.
Q:Is there cellular and WiFi service?
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Cellular service is very limited. In the town of Feild, you may have cell service. At the Yoho Visitor Center, public telephones are available. Public WiFi is not available inside the park.
Q:Where can I see fossils at?
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Great hikes to Burgess Shale, Walcott Quarry, Mount Stephen, and Stanley Glacier are the best places to see fossils at.
Q:Do I need a passport?
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Yes, a valid passport is required when crossing the border into Canada and back into the USA.
