Things To Do
Peyto Lake
This is a non-shuttle lottery stop, there are several parking lots to park in as well as different difficulty levels of paved walking paths to get to the lake. Roughly an hour North from Banff on a beautiful scenic drive.
Bow Lake
Near Peyto Lake, an easy walk with parking to the lake. There is also plenty of restrooms and a store on site.
Icefields Parkway
This is the main road that goes from Banff to Jasper. Most of the beautiful viewpoints are on this road along with plenty of hikes for any level of fitness.
Johnston Canyon
Beautiful Canyon Area about 30 minutes North from Banff
Mount Norquay Lookout
The Mt. Norquay Viewpoint offers exceptional views over the Town of Banff and Mount Rundle. Parks Canada has even placed a few of its iconic red Adirondack chairs there for visitors to sit and marvel at the view. You’ll need to drive up Mt. Norquay Road for about 4.8 km until you reach a pull-off point on your right-hand side, where you can get out and take a short stroll to admire the view.
Lake Minnewanka Loop Boat Tour
Feel the fresh mountain air, watch for wildlife and get adventurous on Banff's largest lake. Choose from one of our acclaimed cruises and explore under the lead of a knowledgeable guide on a heated, covered boat. Or set your own course with a kayak, canoe or motorboat rental.
There's Plenty More!!
We can suggest other hikes if you'd like or other ideas based on what you are looking to do just ask. Remember Banff has tons of wildlife so always be aware; listen to the Rangers. Even though its cool to get a Grizzly photo, it's not so cool when you can't share it. Be bear, moose, elk, and cougar aware.