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Adventure & Outdoors in Banff and Lake Louise

Hiking in Banff and Lake Louise

Wander the shores of glittering turquoise waters, scramble along a mountain ridge, visit the glowing larches in the fall or journey across a wintry frozen lake. From pleasant walks to multi-day backcountry epics, hiking in Banff and Lake Louise offers some of the most scenic and inspiring hikes in the world. Here, a little effort and a dose of adventurous spirit is your ticket to discovering the unforgettable gems of the Canadian Rockies.

A family hiking at Johnston Canyon in the summer in Banff National Park.
Group of four friends hiking the hoodoos trail in the winter in Banff National Park

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A father and son taking in the views of the Lower Falls on the Johnston Canyon trailA father and son taking in the views of the Lower Falls on the Johnston Canyon trail
Waterfall Hikes in Banff and Lake Louise
A couple hiking the Fenland Trail in the summer in Banff National ParkA couple hiking the Fenland Trail in the summer in Banff National Park
Easy Hikes & Walks in Banff and Lake Louise
A couple at the Lake Agnes Tea House in Lake Louise in Banff National ParkA couple at the Lake Agnes Tea House in Lake Louise in Banff National Park
Tea House Hikes in Banff and Lake Louise
Two people hiking across a bridge towards a helicopter on a heli-hiking tour in the Canadian Rockies Two people hiking across a bridge towards a helicopter on a heli-hiking tour in the Canadian Rockies
Heli-Hiking in Banff and Lake Louise
Group of people snowshoeing in the winter in Banff National ParkGroup of people snowshoeing in the winter in Banff National Park
Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing in Banff and Lake Louise
Two people hiking in Banff National Park on a trail at Lake Louise in the summer with mountains behind them.Two people hiking in Banff National Park on a trail at Lake Louise in the summer with mountains behind them.Two people hiking in Banff National Park on a trail at Lake Louise in the summer with mountains behind them.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking in Banff National Park

Get ready for hiking in Banff National Park with expert tips on trails, what to wear, what to pack, when to go in summer and winter, and how to get to Banff hiking spots.

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