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Two people biking the golf course loop on a summer day in Banff National Park
Biking

Bike the Golf Course Loop

A bicycle ride around the golf course loop begins with an inspired start below the cascading waters of Bow Falls. From here, the route crosses just about every type of mountain scenery in only 5 km. Wave to golfers on the greens before rolling smoothly into the sun-dappled forest. The slopes of Mount Rundle and Tunnel Mountain watch over riders as the road turns and the Bow River suddenly appears. The chirping of grey jays in the woods is replaced by the chatter of dippers swooping along the bubbling edges of the Bow in a display of Mother Nature’s finest.

Good To Know

Difficulty
Easy
Duration
1-3 hrs
When
May - Oct

Location

Distance from Banff:
3km
Distance from Lake Louise:
60km

When to go

Operating Dates

MonthOperating Status
JanClosed
FebClosed
MarClosed
AprClosed
MayOpen
JunOpen
JulOpen
AugOpen
SepOpen
OctOpen
NovClosed
DecClosed

Local Tips

  • Pack the bear spray with your bike as our wild neighbours roam the area.

  • Bike in the early evening for a quieter ride.

  • Don’t have a bike? No problem – you’ll find multiple rental providers in town.

Useful Links

  • Parks Canada

  • Weather Forecast

  • Speak to a local expert

Let's do this!

Bike rentals available from

Banff Adventures

Activity & Tour Providers
Location
Banff Town Area
See details about Banff Adventures

Snowtips-Bactrax Ski & Bike Rental

Equipment Rentals
Location
Banff Town Area
See details about Snowtips-Bactrax Ski & Bike Rental

SkiBig3 Adventure Hub

Sporting Goods & Apparel
Location
Banff Town Area
See details about SkiBig3 Adventure Hub

Ultimate Sports

Sporting Goods & Apparel
Location
Banff Town Area
See details about Ultimate Sports

Banff Cycle and Sport

Activity & Tour Providers
Location
Banff Town Area
See details about Banff Cycle and Sport