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Takkakaw Falls
Attractions

Takkakaw Falls

It’s among the highest waterfalls in all of Canada and easily one of the most dramatic. The rushing waters of Takakkaw Falls seem to appear from deep within the rock before they plunge downwards for more than 250 metres of vertical drop. The freefalling waves crash onto the rocks below and split into a million tiny droplets in one of nature’s most hypnotic shows.

If you followed the trails down the river below the waterfall, you would find a treasure trove of smaller falls with names as playful as their alpine settings.

Good To Know

Difficulty
Easy
Duration
< 1hr
When
Jun - Oct

Location

Distance from Banff:
93km
Distance from Lake Louise:
37km

When to go

Operating Dates

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

Busy Times

Everyday

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