Hiking
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Although many landmarks can be seen from the roadside, to really experience the park’s personality, you’ll need to go for a hike. One of the best things about Banff’s approximately 80 hiking trails is the variety. From short interpretive walks originating in town to easy hikes rewarded by spectacular vistas to myriad overnight backcountry opportunities, Banff’s trails offer something for everyone.
Before attempting any hikes, however, you should visit the Banff Visitor Centre (224 Banff Ave., 403/762-1550), where staff can advise you on the condition of trails and closures, and a small gift store sells hiking books, including the recommended Canadian Rockies Trail Guide.
Hikes from Town
- Fenland Trail
- Tunnel Mountain
- Sundance Canyon
- Bow River/Hoodoos Trail
Sunshine Meadows
- Rock Isle Lake
Hikes between Banff and Lake Louise
- Cory Pass
- Rockbound Lake
- Bourgeau Lake
© Andrew Hempstead, from Moon Western Canada, 3rd Edition
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