September and early October can be a great time to visit with less crowds, although it seems to be increasingly more busy at this time than it used to be. Access to the hiking trails is usually still good and the tourist attractions are open. The yellow colors of the larch and as...
We have been to Banff National Park a number of times in every different season and consider it one of our favorite places in Canada no matter what time of year. But to really take in all that this park has to offer you have to get out and hike. From the easier trails like Sulpher...
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Banff in winter, I highly recommend getting a once-in-a-lifetime experience by seeing the Canadian Rockies from a bird’s eye view. The Banff Gondola takes you to the top of Sulphur Mountain for breathtaking views! The best part? You do...
Then, for incredible views of the Rockies, take a ride on the Banff Gondola. If you have time to spare, day trips to popular attractions like the Columbia Icefield and Yoho National Park are worth adding to your itinerary. Read More Best HotelsThings To DoTours View 49 Photos Belongs on ...
Banff & Jasper Adventure Sheila K Excellent, the trip of a lifetime! 4.9 Stars (125 reviews) Banff & Jasper Adventure Deborah C If you want to hike a-l-l-l day, then this is the trip for you. … 4.9 Stars (125 reviews) British Columbia Hut to Hut Adventure Ted J This is...
The best time to attempt this hike is in the spring, but ascents can be done on skies between October and June. Bringing skis is recommended for an exhilarating descent. ... moreGuides Top Picks in Banff National Park 8 trails Explore more national park guides...
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This gave us enough time to walk out to Samson Peak and enjoy the boardwalk scenery before we ate. Then we could dine as the sun went down and lights of Banff came on. We didnt spend much time in exhibits or store, but those are other ways to enhanc...
At Banff National Park, the crowds thin out as the days grow shorter © Matteo Colombo / Getty Images Northern exposure: Canada at its best Given its position north of the 49th parallel, Canada and its national parks are on a slightly different timetable. As a general rule, low season...
Ryan Stuarthas been lacing up for more than 30 years. Growing up in Alberta, Canada, he started hiking as a teenager on the world class trails of Banff National Park, before moving on to the coastal hikes and lonely mountain trails of Vancouver Island, where he now lives. His hiking res...