Crandell Mountain Campground closed to tenting

Crandell Mountain Campground  in Waterton Lakes National Park is closed to tenting due to a number of bears frequenting the area. Only hard-sided campers and trailers are permitted.

High bear activity, including incidents of bears investigating tents for food, has led to concerns for visitor safety. Repeated hazing efforts by Parks Canada staff have not diminished bear activity in the campground.

Tenters will be moved to Townsite Campground.

The safety of Park visitors, residents and staff is the primary concern of Parks Canada.

Everyone plays a role in protecting bears and other wildlife in national parks.  The publication “Bare Campsite Program” details how to ensure campsites have no attractants for wildlife.  Bear sightings should be reported to Parks Canada staff immediately. Visitors should not approach or follow bears, nor leave small children and/or pets unsupervised in yards or campsites.