Bow View Lodge

06/02/2026

Rainy day in Banff? No problem!

Spend the day exploring local shops, catch a movie, enjoy a game of bowling, discover Banff's museums, or unwind with a relaxing treatment at

A little rain is the perfect excuse to slow down and experience a different side of the mountains - https://www.banfflakelouise.com/indoor-activities

05/28/2026

Parks Canada reminds us that Banff National Park is home to incredible wildlife — and we’re simply guests in their backyard. Thanks to Banff National Park for sharing these important tips to help keep wildlife wild, animals calm, and visitors safe while exploring the park.

🦌 POV: You accidentally opened the front camera. 📸

That “excuse me?” look is common this time of year in Banff National Park, where elk calving season is underway and protective mama elk are on high alert. Cow elk may look calm, but they can become aggressive if people, pets, or cyclists get too close to their calves.

Give elk plenty of space:
➡️ Stay at least 30 metres away
➡️ Keep dogs leashed at all times
➡️ Never approach calves for photos
➡️ Be alert while walking trails and town pathways
➡️ Respect all closures for your safety and theirs

Signs an elk is stressed or warning you to back off:
⚠️ Ears pinned back
⚠️ Stomping or pawing the ground
⚠️ Raised rump hair
⚠️ Loud grunts or sudden movements
⚠️ Charging or kicking

If an elk reacts to your presence, slowly back away and give them more room.

Temporary trail or area closures may also be in place to help reduce human-wildlife conflict and give wildlife the space they need during this sensitive time of year.

Help keep both people and wildlife safe by respecting closures and giving elk the distance they deserve: https://ow.ly/mlox50Z4KsW

05/24/2026

Classic charm under a moody sky. Bow View Lodge looking timeless in black & white.

Pic via

05/14/2026

🐻 Wildlife cam? More like dinner cam 🐻

This image captures something that can happen naturally in spring.

With prolonged cold temperatures, thick ice and snow can cover entire lakes, resulting in reduced oxygen levels as consumption exceeds production. This process may result in a natural fish kill, providing an easy, seasonal meal for many wildlife species like scavengers and birds not just for bears.

While it may be surprising to come across, as this is an uncommon event, it’s NOT something to seek out.

Wildlife needs space especially when feeding during spring when food is scarce.
🚫 Do not stop or gather if you encounter animals roadside or elsewhere
🚫 Never interfere or influence wildlife behaviour
🚫 Do not approach for photos
• 3 bus lengths of space (30 metres) - deer, elk, sheep and moose
• 10 bus lengths of space (100 metres) - bears, wolves, cougars and coyotes
• Maintaining a safe distance from wildlife is essential, especially in areas where escape routes are few.

Moments like this are best left undisturbed. Always respect wildlife closures and learn more about Bear Safety:
👉https://ow.ly/T3bY50YVzYu
👉 https://ow.ly/m0ZN50YVzYt

Thank you for the photo and text ~

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms making mountain memories; carrying the snacks, taking the photo, and ignoring the chaos happening behind her🤣

05/05/2026

May the 4th be with you...

Thank you to & for this amazing photo from a few years back 🙂

05/04/2026

Step into Park Mode and feel the magic of Banff National Park. Carry your bear spray, tuck your snacks away like secret treasure, and let the bears enjoy their day uninterrupted. Careful footsteps keep the whole park humming with wonder.️
Deepen the magic and learn more about Park Mode at https://bit.ly/42djoyX

📸 & text

05/01/2026

It’s gonna be May…
More Banff. Less friction.