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A group of friends walk beside Bow Lake on the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park.
Hiking

Bow Glacier Falls Trail

Bow Glacier Falls is a moderate trail that weaves through a variety of terrain. Follow the vibrant shoreline of Bow Lake, climb through a forested section on a wooden stairs, cross a glacier-carved boulder field, and arrive at the base of the powerful falls cascading from the glacier-fed lake above.

The ever-changing landscape makes it feel like several hikes in one. On the return, take in the elevated view over Bow Lake. It’s proof that the way back can be just as awe-inspiring as the path ahead.

Good To Know

Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
3-6 hrs
When
Jun - Oct

Location

Distance from Banff:
100km
Distance from Lake Louise:
38km

When to go

Operating Dates

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

Useful Links

  • Parks Canada

  • Trail Report