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Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing

Winter is a fantastic time to get outside and enjoy the crisp air and beautiful scenery of the Canadian Rockies on foot. Snowshoeing in Banff and Lake Louise is a fun activity that’s easy to learn no matter your age or fitness level. Discover this unique way to explore Banff National Park's snowy landscapes.

Two people snowshoeing on Bow Lake in the winter in Banff National Park

It’s important to check the weather and avalanche report before heading out - you don’t need to venture far to be in avalanche terrain. For more information about winter hiking safety and trails, see the Parks Canada website.

  • Two people running Boom Lake trail in Banff National ParkTwo people running Boom Lake trail in Banff National Park

    Boom Lake Trail

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • A girl standing at Fairview Lookout looking at the view over Lake Louise in the summerA girl standing at Fairview Lookout looking at the view over Lake Louise in the summer

    Fairview Lookout Trail

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Group of people on a guided icewalk tour in Johnston CanyonGroup of people on a guided icewalk tour in Johnston Canyon

    Guided Ice Walk Tour

    Duration
    3-6 hrs
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  • Group of people on a guided snowshoeing tour in the Lake Louise areaGroup of people on a guided snowshoeing tour in the Lake Louise area

    Guided Snowshoeing Tour

    Duration
    3-6 hrs
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  • Hike Johnston CanyonHike Johnston Canyon

    Hike Johnston Canyon

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • View of the Bow River from the Bow River Loop trail in the fallView of the Bow River from the Bow River Loop trail in the fall

    Hike the Bow River Loop in Lake Louise

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • A person taking a break on the Bow River Trail on the way to Bow FallsA person taking a break on the Bow River Trail on the way to Bow Falls

    Hike the Bow River Trail to Bow Falls

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Two people hiking the Fenland Trail on a summer afternoon near Banff townTwo people hiking the Fenland Trail on a summer afternoon near Banff town

    Hike the Fenland Trail

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Hike to Silverton Falls

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Group of friends hiking the trail around Johnson Lake in the summerGroup of friends hiking the trail around Johnson Lake in the summer

    Johnson Lake Loop

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Marsh Loop TrailMarsh Loop Trail

    Marsh Loop Trail

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Family of three walking on the Stewart Canyon trail in Banff National ParkFamily of three walking on the Stewart Canyon trail in Banff National Park

    Stewart Canyon

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • The boardwalk at the top of Sulphur MountainThe boardwalk at the top of Sulphur Mountain

    Sulphur Mountain Trail

    Duration
    3-6 hrs
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  • View of the red chairs at the Tunnel Mountain summer in the summerView of the red chairs at the Tunnel Mountain summer in the summer

    Tunnel Mountain Summit Trail

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Tunnel Mountain Winter Trails

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • A family hiking along the shoreline of Lake Louise in the summerA family hiking along the shoreline of Lake Louise in the summer

    Walk the Lake Louise Lakeshore

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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