UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Burgess Shale is one of the most significant fossil areas in the world. This rare area of preserved fossils has contributed significantly to scientists’ understanding of early life and evolution.

Adventurers can book hikes to take them to the Walcott Quarry on Mount Field or the Mount Stephan Trilobite Fossil Bed. The hikes are all led by scientists who can give you unique information about the fossils and the scientific findings.

In addition to witnessing these hikes’ amazing views, hikers will also learn about glaciers, mountain formation, and climate change in the Canadian Rockies.

Photos: Vlad Umnov, https://www.burgess-shale.bc.ca