The 12 Best Hikes In Banff National Park

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Two Jack Lake, Banff

The Canadian Rockies are an outdoor lover’s paradise. There are mountains and lakes at every turn, and jaw-droppingly beautiful scenery you won’t want to miss. Exploring the area is a big must, don’t just drive around and look at the scenery. One way is to do any one of the most amazing hikes around Banff which is the most visited part of the Canadian Rockies. If you’ve only got a weekend or (hopefully) longer there will be no shortage of spectacular trails to take. Keep reading for some of the best hikes in Banff National Park that you should put on your list.

Where is Banff National Park?

What gets a little confusing is that there’s Banff (the town) and then there’s Banff National Park. Some people talk about them interchangeably since the town of Banff is in Banff National Park.

Located in the province of Alberta, Canada, Banff National Park boundary is about 5 minutes past Canmore. Just over an hour from Calgary, Banff National Park is really accessible, and the town of Banff itself is only about 90 minutes from Calgary.

For the purpose of this post I’m talking about the best hikes in Banff National Park which stretches all the way up past the Icefields Parkway near Athabasca where it meets Jasper National Park.

Top 5 tips for hiking in Banff National Park

Plain of Six Glaciers Trail, Lake Louise

While some of these hikes are easier than others, there are always things to consider while hiking. Any hike has potential hazards so always make sure to plan carefully and follow all of these tips.

  • Always tell someone where you’re going and set a time for you to check in with them
  • Remember the hiking essentials, including plenty of water
  • Pay attention to signs indicating difficult terrain, trail closures or other hidden dangers (especially during the winter months)
  • Learn some basic bear safety before you go – Canada has a lot of wild animals
  • Respect the National Park guidelines and Leave No Trace

Where are the best hikes in Banff?

Banff National Park has some gorgeous views. Some are easy to get to and some take a little more effort. So this list of the best hikes in Banff National Park starts with the easiest hike and works up to the most difficult ones. Be aware of your skill level and hike safely.

Sulphur Mountain Board Walk

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Photo Credit: Jyoti, Story At Every Corner; Sulphur Mountain, Banff
Photo Credit: Jyoti, Story At Every Corner

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Length: 2 km (1.2 miles)
  • Time needed: 30 minutes
  • Trail: Out and back board walk trail
  • Elevation: Minimal elevation on the trail
  • Parking: Parking at the bottom of Sulphur Mountain
  • Facilities: Full service visitor centres at the base and top of the mountain with bathrooms, food options and gift shops

The Trail Map

The Hike

The Sulphur Mountain boardwalk is located at 7,500 ft on top of Sulphur Mountain. The mountain is also home to the Banff Upper Hot Springs, two research facilities, a gondola, a state of the art visitor center and an extensive network of boardwalks. This is a family friendly easy trail offering magnificent views of Banff National Park.

While the boardwalk may not be a traditional hiking trail, it offers most of the benefits in addition to safety and comfort for hikers and non-hikers. It should be part of every summer trip to the Canadian Rockies. Most importantly, the vantage point provides the most scenic and absolutely gorgeous views.

This is an easy board walk but it has many steps as the boardwalk connects two mountain peaks at 7,500 feet elevation so there are hand rails for safety. The trail offers an experience of walking in the sky surrounded by unparalleled views in all directions as far as the eyes can see.

From the boardwalk on Sulphur Mountain you can see all of Banff town and much of the national park from an aerial perspective. Animal Encounters Bonus: On the mountains beneath the boardwalk, you may be able to spot wildlife like marmots, chipmunks and possibly also mountain goats. 

Consolation Lakes Trail

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Photo Credit: Bailey, Destinationless Travel; Consolation Lakes Trail from Moraine Lake, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Bailey, Destinationless Travel

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Length: 5.8 km (3.6 miles)
  • Time needed: 2-3 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 65 meters (213 feet)
  • Parking: Parking at the trail head by Moraine Lake which is very busy so plan accordingly
  • Facilities: Bathrooms at the trail head by the parking lot, cafe and canoe rentals available

The Trail Map

The Hike

Consolation Lakes Trail is one of the best hikes you can do from the famous Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. This easy trail takes you a couple of kilometers through a valley and along a beautiful river to a couple of gorgeous blue lakes at the end.  

One of the best things about Consolation Lakes Trail is how easy it is. The trail is mostly flat without claiming any significant elevation. The first hundred meters or so is over some rocks, so it is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

But after this first part, the trail is flat and well-maintained until you reach the first lake where there are some rocks once again. Overall, it is a family-friendly hike, or a nice walk to add to your visit to Moraine Lake. 

Moraine Lake, Banff National Park

The only downside to this trail is the trouble that comes with finding parking at the trailhead at Moraine Lake.

Happy Hiker Tip: Arrive very early in the morning or later in the afternoon when it is the least busy. At other times, there may not be any parking available and you may be forced to take a shuttle bus from Lake Louise Village or Banff Town.  

Tunnel Mountain Trail

view of Banff from the Tunnel Mountain hike

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
  • Length: 4.3 km (2.7 miles)
  • Time needed: 1-1.5 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 270 meters (885 feet)
  • Parking: Parking at the trail head off St. Julien Road, but the trail starts in the town of Banff so also easy to walk there
  • Facilities: No bathrooms, but there are public washrooms in the town and at the Banff Visitor Centre

The Trail Map

The Hike

Tunnel Mountain is one of the easiest, shortest and therefore most popular hikes in the area. The trail is relatively short but it is uphill the whole way there (and therefore downhill all the way back). But the reward for the cardio workout that is Tunnel Mountain will be great, as it’s one of the best places for views over the town of Banff and the Fairmont Banff Springs property.

At the top of Tunnel Mountain - one of the best hikes in Banff

The hike has a number of switchbacks and can be quite steep gains in some areas. Take your time getting up there with a number of breaks both to catch your breath, and to admire the views.

It takes just over 50 minutes to get up and about 30 minutes to get down. But make sure to leave time to spend a while at the top resting and taking some great photos. This is a good workout for the legs but people of all ages do the trail. It’s one of the best hikes in Banff National Park for locals who use it as a daily workout.

Local’s Tip: Start early, this one is heavily trafficked. Even starting at 9am there will be a number of people here and you will pass a lot of people as you descend the trail.

Stewart Canyon Bridge Trail

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Photo Credit: Bailey, My Queenstown Diary; Stewart Canyon bridge, Lake Minnewanka Banff
Photo Credit: Bailey, My Queenstown Diary

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Length: 3 km (1.8 miles)
  • Time needed: 1-2 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: Minimal elevation – lakeside trail
  • Parking: Parking lot next to Lake Minnewanka
  • Facilities: Restroom at the parking lot area

The Trail Map

Note: The trail map is for the full 6.6km hike of Stewart Canyon, the bridge trail mentioned here is about half way.

The Hike

Stewart Canyon Trail is one of the easiest hikes you can do in Banff National Park. It is super flat and very scenic offering views of the iconic Lake Minnewanka before crossing Stewart Canyon and the Cascade River.  

To complete this hike you’ll need to drive about 20 minutes from Banff town to the Lake Minnewanka Day Use Area. This drive itself is incredibly scenic. In the summer months, Lake Minnewanka is popular for scenic lake cruises (well-worth doing), and in the winter, it is the perfect place for wild ice skating! 

Lake Minnewanka, Banff National Park

From the parking lot head to the lake’s edge where you will see a large sign with information on Stewart Canyon Trail. Walk along the trail along the edge of Lake Minnewanka (keeping the lake on your right) until you reach the campground. Follow the signs for hiking and you will be on the trail.

It is about a 1.5-kilometer-long hike from here to the Stewart Canyon bridge. Once at the bridge, you can either turn around and hike back or continue on further for as long as you please. The trail continues for a couple of more kilometers along the canyon’s edge, but in all honesty, the walk to the bridge and back is the best part. 

Hiking Safety: Some important hiking tips to remember with this trail is to keep your head up for wildlife! Even in the winter, it is common to see deer here, and in the summer, bears frequent the area. Packing insect repellent for the summer is also important.  

Parker Ridge

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Photo Credit: Michelle, The Wandering Queen; Parker Ridge, Alberta
Photo Credit: Michelle, The Wandering Queen

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 5.4 km (3.3 miles)
  • Time needed: 2-3 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 250m (820 ft)
  • Parking: Parking lot at the trailhead
  • Facilities: Restrooms at the parking lot, also only 9km from the Icefields Visitor Center which has shops, restaurants, attractions and more bathrooms.

The Trail Map

The Hike

One of the best hikes in Banff National Park is Parker Ridge, located in the Icefields Parkway area. In fact the hike is almost at the border of Banff and Jasper National Park. The trail is 2.7 km one way, with an elevation gain of 250 m, although a lot of this is at the beginning of the trail.

The trailhead is located right on the Icefield Parkway highway and is pretty easy to spot. Make sure to arrive early as the parking lot isn’t too big and this is a popular hike. If you need to use the restrooms beforehand, there are a few stalls at the trailhead.

The incredible summer trail has a ton of switchbacks up to the ridge, and the best part is that there are views throughout the whole hike. Behind you, as you hike, are the stunning surrounding views like Hilda Peak, Hilda Glacier, Nigel Peak, and the Nigel Valley.

The walk up to the ridge is pretty steep but steady. Once you get to the ridge, get ready for breathtaking mountains and glaciers in the distance. The Saskatchewan Glacier is flowing out from the Columbia Icefield, and it is glorious!

You can keep on hiking until the ridge trail ends or just take in the magnificent views while you eat lunch. Make sure to pack some snacks as you’ll want to hang out here a while.

Johnston Canyon & The Ink Pots Trail

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Photo Credit: Nichole, Nichole The Nomad; Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Nichole, Nichole The Nomad

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 12 km (7.5 miles)
  • Time needed: 4-5 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 335m (1100 ft)
  • Parking: Free parking lot next to the Johnston Canyon Lodge
  • Facilities: Restroom at the trail head and in the Blackswift Bistro restaurant in the lodge, as well as a gift shop

The Trail Map

The Hike

Johnston Canyon and the Ink Pots is one of the best hikes in Banff National Park! The beautiful trail brings you through a canyon, past multiple waterfalls, and to green-colored mineral pools.

The first half of the hike through Johnston Canyon is one of the most popular hikes in Banff National Park because it is an easy hike with a beautiful reward. If you will be hiking Johnston Canyon to the Ink Pots during peak season, plan to begin early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid most crowds.

The trail begins behind Johnston Canyon Lodge and wanders through the forest before descending into the canyon. It follows Johnston Creek for 0.7 miles to the Lower Falls viewpoint. After Lower Falls, the trail begins to climb gradually for a mile passing many small waterfalls until it reaches the two Upper Falls viewpoints.

The first viewpoint is at the bottom of the falls, and the second viewpoint requires a short but steep climb to the top of the falls. Make sure to hike to both viewpoints because each offers a unique and beautiful view!

Inkpots Trail at Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park

You can either turn around at Upper Falls or continue another two miles to the Ink Pots! The Ink Pots trail is a gradual but constant climb, which deters many people from continuing the hike, and it will be much more peaceful than Johnston Canyon. Although the Ink Pots are not as exciting as the waterfalls in Johnston Canyon, the mineral pools are in a field with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains! 

The hike to Johnston Canyon and the Ink Pots is one of the best hikes in Banff National Park and should be added to everyone’s Candian Rockies bucket list!

Accessing the trail

In 2020 the road to Johnston Canyon was closed and access was only available to those with reservations at the lodge or the Blackswift Bistro there. Check in advance for road closures and if in place make a restaurant reservation and you still have time to do the hike (no show fee of $25 was in place).

Lake Agnes Teahouse

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Photo Credit: Karen, Outdoor Adventure Sampler; Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Karen, Outdoor Adventure Sampler

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 7.7 km (4.7 miles)
  • Time needed: 2.5-3 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 392m (1286 ft)
  • Parking: Day parking lot at Lake Louise is limited (arrive as early as possible)
  • Facilities: Restrooms near the parking lot and also within the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel which also has restaurants and shops

The Trail Map

The Hike

The Lake Agnes Tea House hike is a popular destination starting from the main Lake Louise parking area. The first part of the hike runs beside the lake on a paved path. Take all the classic photos of Lake Louise and elegant Chateau Lake Louise before finding the sign to Lake Agnes on your right.

The trail ascends easily through the woods for 2 km. At the first switchback, the colors of Lake Louise below you come into view. The surrounding peaks continue to be unveiled in all their splendor as you ascend higher.

Soon you will see impressive Big Beehive come into view right before you reach Mirror Lake. Gorgeous emerald green Mirror Lake is a perfect place for a break. Enjoy the reflections of Big Beehive on the glassy surface of Mirror Lake.

The Lake Agnes Trail ascends another .8 km partially on a wooden staircase to reach Lake Agnes. Here you will love the views of the Devil’s Thumb and Mount Whyte across this beautiful alpine lake.

Lake Agnes Teahouse, Alberta

Relaxation tip: A tea break at the historic Lake Agnes Tea House is a must. The teahouse was built in 1901 by the Canadian Railroad as a hiking shelter. Sipping a cup of tea with a pastry on the tea house porch while looking over the lake is sublime. Bring cash as the teahouse doesn’t take credit cards.

As the Lake Agnes Tea House hike is realistic for beginning hikers, the trail and tea house tend to be crowded. If you want a bit more solitude, continue on one of the side trails from Lake Agnes to the Plain of Six Glaciers, or lookouts on either of the Beehives.

Rock Isle Lake Trail via Sunshine Meadows

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Photo Credit: Molly, Exploring Through Life; Rock Island Lake Trail, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Molly, Exploring Through Life

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 8 km (4.9 miles)
  • Time needed: 2-3 hours
  • Trail: Loop
  • Elevation: 300m (984 ft)
  • Parking: At Sunshine Village resort – shuttle, gondola or walk the 6km to the trailhead (check shuttle/gondola COVID restrictions in advance)
  • Facilities: Bathrooms at Sunshine Village Interpretive Center near the trailhead

The Trail Map

The Hike

The hike to Rock Isle Lake, and Grizzly and Larix Lakes, is a moderate loop trail with incredible views in Banff National Park. Starting at the Sunshine Mountain Lodge, the trailhead can be reached via shuttle or gondola from the Sunshine Village Resort.

The trail is gravel in most areas and very well maintained. It’s perfect for those traveling Banff with children or hikers with physical limitations. Rock Isle Lake is the highest elevation lake in all of Canada and you will certainly feel like you are on top of the world.

From the mountain lodge, begin your hike up the gravel Citadel Pass Trail. After approximately 1 km, break off to the right onto Rock Isle Trail. Hike another half-kilometer and you will reach the Rock Isle Lake Viewpoint. Take a break here and enjoy the pristine quiet and incredible views. You may not want to leave!

When you are ready, continue down to the water’s edge and on through to Larix Lake and Grizzly Lake. This loop is much less traveled and you’ll likely find yourself alone on the trail. Make sure to note the incredible larch forest surrounding Larix Lake! Once you have circled the lakes return the way you came (it will be uphill back to the viewpoint), or explore more of Sunshine Meadows on the many divergent trails in the area!

Plain of Six Glaciers Trail

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Photo Credit: Cecily, Groovy Mashed Potatoes; Plain of Six Glaciers Trail, Lake Louise
Photo Credit: Cecily, Groovy Mashed Potatoes

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 14.6 km (9 miles)
  • Time needed: 5-6 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 460m (1509 ft)
  • Parking: Day parking lot at Lake Louise is limited (arrive as early as possible)
  • Facilities: Restrooms near the parking lot and also within the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel which also has restaurants and shops

The Trail Map

The Hike

The Plain of Six Glaciers Trail is a spectacular hike that not only gives you stunning views of Lake Louise, but also an up-close look at Victoria Glacier and its surrounding rugged peaks. It’s a hike worth adding to your Banff itinerary as one of the best hikes in Banff National Park.

The first part of your hike is easy as you walk on a flat path alongside the stunning turquoise lake. Once you pass Lake Louise, you will ascend through the forest, along ridges decorated with alpine flowers, and up a rocky path until you find a wooden teahouse with hanging prayer flags.

Yes, there is another teahouse besides the popular Lake Agnes Teahouse, but this one won’t be as busy since the trail to get there is longer! Sit outside and try some of their delicious bread, hand made each day with a unique high elevation recipe.

Plain of Six Glaciers teahouse, Alberta

After your cup of tea, don’t stop there. Continue up the trail to find the Six Glaciers Viewpoint, where you will see a striking view of Victoria Glacier.

Planning Tip: If you want to see Lake Louise at its famous turquoise color, you will need to visit between late June to the beginning of September. Outside of this time, you may be surprised to see a frozen lake.

Larch Valley to Sentinel Pass

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Photo Credit: Julia, The Cure for Curiosity; Larch Valley Trail, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Julia, The Cure for Curiosity

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
  • Length: 10.9 km (6.8 miles)
  • Time needed: 4 hours
  • Trail: Out and back
  • Elevation: 792 meters (2600 feet)
  • Parking: Parking at the trail head by Moraine Lake which is very busy so plan accordingly
  • Facilities: Bathrooms at the trail head by the parking lot, cafe and canoe rentals available

The Trail Map

The Hike

One of the best hikes in Banff National Park is Larch Valley to Sentinel Pass.  You’ll need to plan this hike a little more as the trailhead is located at the picturesque Moraine Lake and as of 2023 the only way to access the lake is through guided tours or Parks Canada shuttle.

Follow the lake around to the right to the trailhead. You’ll spend the first bit of the hike gradually ascending some switchbacks through a forest with the occasional glimpse of the turquoise blue water of Moraine Lake.

At the top, you are rewarded by entering Larch Valley where you will be surrounded by Larch trees. Seasonality Tip: Hike this one in the fall to see the Larch trees in their full vibrant yellow glory. Even if you aren’t there in the fall, you’ll find amazing views of the famous Ten Peaks.

Moraine Lake, Banff National Park

Continue through Larch Valley enjoying the jaw-dropping views of the trees, lakes, and mountains until you come to the bottom of a hill covered in loose rock. It’s time for more switchbacks! These switchbacks also reward you at the top, but this time with gorgeous views into Paradise Valley which features dramatic stone spires and mountains. Once you’re ready, it’s time to return the way you came, back to Moraine Lake.

So what makes this hike so fabulous? Well, the trail is well-marked and not too crowded, but it also offers some of the prettiest scenery in the world. Bear Safety Tip: Remember you are hiking in bear country, so there are times this hike requires hiking groups with a minimum of 4 people. If you need to make hiking friends, just linger near the trailhead.

Fairview Mountain near Lake Louise

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Photo Credit: Josy from A Walk And A Lark; Fairview Mountain Lake Louise, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Josy, A Walk And A Lark

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Challenging (but not technical
  • Length: 9.2 km (5.7 miles)
  • Time needed: 4-5 hours
  • Trail: Loop or Out & Back
  • Elevation: 1011m (3316 ft)
  • Parking: Day parking lot at Lake Louise is limited (arrive as early as possible) or take the free shuttle from their overflow car park
  • Facilities: Restrooms near the parking lot and also within the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel which also has restaurants and shops. Bathrooms also at the Lake Agnes Teahouse along the trail.

The Trail Map

The Hike

If you have ever admired the view at Lake Louise, you will have seen a mountain with huge cliffs towering over the lake. Despite the epic-looking first appearances, Fairview Mountain is not a technical hike and it will allow you to have spectacular views down to Lake Louise as well as to the surrounding mountains and glaciers.

The hike is a challenge; You will gain over 1000m in elevation and wander into icy terrain. However the path is incredibly well built with plenty of switchbacks, so it never gets particularly steep. 

The first half of the trail leads around the back of Fairview Mountain to a flower-filled meadow between Saddleback Mountain and Fairview Mountain. After that you hike up a rocky pathway right to the top. The views are outstanding as soon as you’re above the tree line, so whenever you get tired, you can look around and drink in the beauty!

Lastly, the craziest thing about this adventure is just how quiet it is. Even when there are crowds down at Lake Louise, you may have this mountain top to yourself, which is why this is one of the best hikes in Banff National Park.

Bonus Hike Tip: If you have extra energy, you can return via Paradise Valley (and Lake Annette) for a fabulous 21 km loop past more incredible mountain views and a quiet glacial lake. 

The Devil’s Thumb

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Photo Credit: Luke, Wild About BC; Lake Louise from The Devil's Thumb hike, Banff National Park
Photo Credit: Luke, Wild About BC

The Basics

  • Difficulty: Difficult
  • Length: 12 km (7.4 miles)
  • Time needed: 4-5 hours
  • Trail: Loop
  • Elevation: 850m (2788 ft)
  • Parking: Day parking lot at Lake Louise is limited (arrive as early as possible)
  • Facilities: Restrooms near the parking lot and also within the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel which also has restaurants and shops. Bathrooms also at the Lake Agnes Teahouse along the trail.

The Trail Map

The Hike

Lake Louise is one of the most beautiful lakes in the world and while it looks good at ground level, it should be seen from above to be truly appreciated. The Devils Thumb Hike is a difficult trail but the views you will get down to Lake Louise and Lake Agnes are worth every second of the tough hike. The viewpoint at the top also gives you epic views over all of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. It is truly breath-taking at the summit.

Mirror Lake, Banff National Park
Mirror Lake along the trail to Devil’s Thumb

The hike is quite moderate until you reach the junction of the Big Beehive lookout and the Devils Thumb. From here the trail is much narrower and steeper. The final climb to the summit is intense and is one of the steepest sections of a trail you are ever likely to climb. You will need to scramble up a steep earthy path, with no rope, using all fours to help you.  

This section of the hike is not for the faint hearted and is the single reason why this hike is listed as difficult. But the difficulty of the hike makes the viewpoint at the top so much sweeter and the added difficulty also means less people make it to the summit. Gear Tip: A really good pair of hiking boots, with deep treads will help on this steep and tricky section.

If you are looking for the best views of Lake Louise from above then make sure the Devils Thumb is top of your list.

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26 thoughts on “The 12 Best Hikes In Banff National Park”

  1. This is a gorgeous post! Banff has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember, but sadly, from East Coast USA, Europe ticket prices always beat it out. This is a great guide for someone looking to plan their first visit. Thanks for sharing Emma!

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  2. Really informative article with lots of hikes on my bucketlist! Saved it for the time when we’ll be able to travel to Canada again – hopefully 2021!
    Greetings from Portland, Oregon!

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  3. These look like some really awesome & adventurous hikes! I bet it can be difficult to choose which one to take as every part of Banff looks stunning. 🙂

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  4. I feel like I need to live in or near these Canadian National Parks for a couple of years lol. I visited Banff and others once and we did do a couple of these hikes…but there are just SO many!!! And they all look incredible!

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  5. Wow! What an amazing collection of hikes in the Rockies! I love how you have all the information and the AllTrails maps, all in one place.

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  6. I love a good hike that also provides fabulous scenery – mountains, lakes, waterfalls, etc. It makes the hike so much more special in my opinion. Thanks for sharing this great post, I look forward to doing some of the hikes one day.

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  7. What a great list! I’ve been meaning to visit Banff for years and hope I finally get to this year or next. I’m not much of a hiker so am glad to see there are so many easy hikes that still offer great views. Will definitely have to come back to this post when we eventually book a Banff trip!

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  8. Yay! Thank you so much for letting me be involved in this! There are several hikes that I have done (and adored) as well as a bunch more for me to try in future visits to Banff. It is a fabulous post for a stunning area.

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  9. I LOVE BANFF so much! I’ve been there 4 times in the last few years – saving this post in case the borders open up this summer and I can come hike again!

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  10. I’ll save these hikes for when I’m in the area! I got into hiking in 2020 and those hikes sounds great. Especially the first one with the hot springs and the one with the waterfall! Maybe I’ll even try the longer six glaciers trail…

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  11. This is such relief to have several options for easy trails. But with spectacular views of the glaciers why not prepare for the great hike?

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  12. It’s so hard to pick a favourite, they all look and sound fantastic! Especially the ones of the glacier. This is a great collection for anyone visiting the area to resource. I love using the All Trails app – it’s a great way to sort and filter on trails wherever you are. Choosing the options that are most important to you.

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  13. These are fantastic, I cannot wait to go back and do a couple of these hikes! We were there the summer before last and did not leave ourselves enough time to hike! Pinned for later 🙂

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  14. This is a great content, banf is really a must-see and must-visit place for nature lovers. The Banff trip was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. I was completely captivated by exploring this magnificent part of nature. Walking amidst mountains, lakes, and waterfalls, breathing in the fresh air, and soaking in the breathtaking views was truly enchanting.

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