Kayaking the Bow River in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta.
Big Horn Sheep in Jasper National Park.
Horseback Riding on the Cave and Basin Trail in the Rocky Mountains.
Mountains on Sentinel Pass Trail in Lake Louise, Alberta.
Enjoying the views from Tunnel Mountain in Banff, Alberta, Canada

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Banff, Alberta, Canada
parks, trails, points of interest

Some of the parks, trails, points of interest and adventure destinations located in and near Banff, Alberta, Canada in the Banff National Park including the Castle Junction region.

Parks in/near Banff, Alberta, Canada

	Banff National Park is Canada's oldest national park and one of the country's most visited year round mountain recreation parks. Established in 1885, the park runs along the same lines as the Continental Divide, the provincial border between Alberta and British Columbia, Canada. Including the Canadian Rocky Mountains. [more info]
	Bow Falls is an easily accessible waterfall attraction located in the community of Banff, Alberta, Canada. The falls are a popular sightseeing destination located on the Bow River. [more info]
	Bow River Trail is a recreation trail in the heart of Banff Village used for walking, jogging, biking, picnicking and sightseeing. The Bow River is a paddle route for canoeing, kayaking and rafting. [more info]
	Cascades of Time Gardens is a floral park sharing 12 acres of land with Canada's National Parks. They are a series of tiered floral gardens with over 50,000 flowers. Peak bloom sightseeing months run between June to September. [more info]
	Central Park is a community park with sitting benches, art sculptures, picnic tables, grass lawns, an outdoor bandstand, public washrooms and the Banff Park Museum - a National Historic Site of Canada. [more info]
	Cory Pass and Edith Pass Trails form an uphill 13 kilometre loop hike exploring mid mountain forests, alpine valleys, , mountain ridges, rocky cliffs and switchbacks crossing rock slides and shale slopes leading to views of valleys, hoodoos and mountain peaks. [more info]
	Fenland is a nature trail and picnic area destination located in a wetland environment called a fen in the Village of Banff. Walking, birdwatching and picnicking are activities enjoyed. [more info]
	Hoodoo Trail measures 5 kilometres one-way and is considered an easy going trail with some challenging sections providing some great views of hoodoos, mountains, forest and the Bow River. [more info]
	Johnson Lake is a popular summer activity destination for walking, hiking, canoeing, birdwatching, swimming, picnicking and xc skiing in the winter. Lake includes a sandy beach, a canoe launch, picnic tables, grass lawns, swimming area and a walking trail. [more info]
	Lake Minnewanka is recreation and activity destination popular for activities like boating, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking sightseeing, picnicking, wilderness camping, hiking, boat cruises, scuba diving, cross country skiing and ice fishing. [more info]
	Marsh Loop Trail is a 2.4 kilometre loop trail exploring a wetland next to the Bow River named the Cave and Basin Marsh. The marsh is popular for summer activities like hiking, birdwatching, sightseeing and horseback riding. [more info]
	Stewart Canyon Trail is a hiking trail measuring 0.8 kilometres one way. Return trip is 1.6 kilometres. The trail leads to a secluded, deep gorge canyon with white water rapids, polished boulders and high canyon walls. [more info]
	Sulfur Mountain is an elevation hiking trail, gondola ride and sightseeing destination located south of the community of Banff, Alberta, Canada. There is an observation deck with views of the Bow River, the community of Banff and the Rocky Mountains. [more info]
	Sundance Canyon Trail is a one-way 4.3 kilometre hiking trail following a paved recreation pathway and a rough, single-track dirt trail into a canyon. The hiking trail enjoys views of the Bow River, the Cave and Basin Wetlands and a canyon. [more info]
	Tunnel Mountain Trail is a 2.3 kilometre one-way trail with an elevation gain of 260 metres. It is an adventure leading to three lookout points and some sweet views of the Bow Valley, Bow River, Rocky Mountains and the community of Banff, Alberta. [more info]
	Vermillion Lakes are three large wetland lakes located just west of Banff, Alberta. The three lakes and the surrounding tributaries combine to create the largest wetland area in the Bow Valley popular for canoeing, kayaking, birdwatching and wildlife. [more info]
Upper Hot Springs Trail: A short, steep1.6 kilometre one-way community trail connecting the Village of Banff with the Banff Springs Hotel and the Upper Hot Springs attraction.
Aylmer Pass Trail: A long, but moderately easy 13.3 one-way hiking trail leading to a fire lookout and a mountain pass. The trail enjoys views of Lake Minnewanka and the surrounding mountains of Inglismaldie and Girouard.
Johnston Canyon Trail: A 12 kilometre return hiking trail with an elevation gain of 220 metres located in the Castle Junction region of the Banff National Park. The trail is a popular hiking destination in the park leading to a lower and upper waterfall and the Ink Pots.
Healy Pass Trail: A 9 kilometre one-way hiking trail with an elevation gain of 655 metres in the Castle Junction region of the Banff National Park. The trail is a challenging hiking route crossing creeks, foot bridges and alpine meadows leading to Healy Pass which stands at an elevation of 2330 metres.
Harvey Pass Trail: A challenging 10 kilometre one-way hiking trail with an elevation gain of 1039 metres in the Castle Junction region of the Banff National Park. The trail leads to Bourgeau Lake before following a rough path up to Harvey Pass.
Silverton Falls Trail: A short one-way 1 kilometre trail in the Castle Junction region of Banff National Park leading to a waterfall. The cascading waterfall is embedded into the cliffs.
Castle Lookout Trail: A challenging 4 kilometre one-way trail with an elevation gain of 520 metres in the Castle Junction region of Banff National Park. The trail leads to an old fire lookout and some great views.
Boom Lake Trail: A one-way moderately easy 5.1 kilometre hiking trail, with some switchbacks, leading to an alpine lake surrounded by limestone located in the Castle Junction region of Banff National Park.
Stanley Glacier Trail: A 4.5 kilometre challenging hiking trail with an elevation gain of 365 metres in the Castle Junction region of Banff National Park. The trail explores a valley of wildflowers, rock slides and Stanley Basin before enjoying views of the glacier.
Taylor Lake Trail: A 12.8 kilometre return hiking trail with an elevation gain of 585 metres located in the in the Castle Junction region of Banff National Park. The trail follows an abandoned fire road to Taylor Lake and 2 kilometres further is O'brien Lake.