“National parks are wild places, and wildlife safety is visitor safety,” said Jessica Bowron, comptroller for the National Park Service (NPS). “Simple actions, like giving bears space, securing food and knowing what to do before you enter bear country, can protect visitors and bears.”
While bear encounters might sound terrifying, the actual numbers are reassuring. According to the NPS, the risk of being attacked by a bear is roughly 1 in 2.1 million. Yellowstone, one of the most visited national parks with between 4 and 5 million visitors annually, averages just five bear encounters per year—and that includes incidents involving food, property damage, injuries, and fatalities combined. To put that in perspective, you're statistically safer in a national park than crossing the street in most cities.
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What to Do If You Encounter a Bear
If you do happen to come across a bear, use a calm, steady voice and avoid sudden movements. Back away slowly instead of running, and be sure to report the encounter to a park staff member immediately.
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