CANMORE – A black bear that charged hikers has forced the closure of Centennial Ridge and Coal Mine trails.
The closure went into effect Tuesday (July 24) and will remain closed until further notice.
Alberta Parks staff say both grizzly bears and black bears are in the area feeding on buffalo berries.
“A black bear bluff charged hikers,” according to the Alberta Parks closure notice.
No other details were immediately available.
The closure includes the Centennial Ridge Trail from Ribbon Creek trailhead to the summit of Mount Allan as well as Coal Mine Trail.
To avoid a bear encounter, make plenty of noise and travel in groups; be aware of your surroundings and look and listen for bears and their sign; keep pets on a leash and carry bear spray and know how to use it.
