Hike the Burgess Shale of the Canadian Rockies in Yoho National Park

The Burgess Shale - A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Located in Yoho National Park, just over a 1-hour drive east of Heather Mountain Lodge. The Burgess Shale is a fossil bed of great size and significance. Discovered in 1909 by Charles D. Walcott, the Burgess Shale provides a glimpse of what life was like 505 million years ago! For more info on The Burgess Shale visit www.burgess-shale.bc.ca

There are hikes in the general area of the Burgess Shale, but you cannot enter the site unless you are part of a tour with a guide and a special permit. To book a tour speak to Randle Robertson of The Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation at 1-800-343-3006 or email: info@burgess-shale.bc.ca

To hike to the famous Burgess Shale site (Walcott Quarry) takes a full day (20 km round-trip) and crosses incredible but rugged mountain terrain, make sure you are prepared! Mount Stephen Fossil Beds is a half-day hike, (6 km round-trip) described as short but steep. To read about additional hikes and events visit The Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation's web site http://www.burgess-shale.bc.ca/hikes/hikes.htm