Canada
Alberta
The Canadian Rockies - where turquoise lakes mirror towering peaks and every trail leads to breathtaking views.
Best Time to Visit
Jun - Sep (Hiking)
Highlight
Banff National Park
Known For
Lakes, Mountains, Wildlife
Must-See
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake
Featured Experience
Banff National Park Hiking Guide
Banff National Park
Multiple Trails
Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Wilderness
Banff National Park, Canada's oldest national park, boasts some of the most stunning hiking trails on Earth. We visited in summer and explored trails from Lake Louise to the Icefields Parkway, with stops at historic tea houses and encounters with bears along the way.
Trail Guide
Recommended Hikes
Our favorite trails from the Lake Louise area to the Icefields Parkway.
Lake Louise Lakeshore
Lake Agnes Trail
Beehive Circuit
Plain of Six Glaciers
Johnston Canyon
Bow Glacier Falls
Peyto Lake
Consolation Lakes
Stories & Guides
Alberta Adventures
Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Wilderness: Unforgettable Hikes in Banff National Park
A comprehensive guide to hiking in Canada's oldest national park - from Lake Louise to Peyto Lake.
Bow Glacier Falls: Beyond the Viewpoint
A hidden giant along Icefields Parkway - the largest waterfall along the scenic drive.