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Banff National Park

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Banff National Park
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Places in Banff

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Moraine Lake, Banff National ParkMoraine LakeTurquoise icon under Ten Peaks with easy trails and epic viewsTrailhead · RestroomMoraine Lake Rockpile Viewpoint, Banff National ParkMoraine Lake Rockpile ViewpointThe classic $20 view over turquoise Moraine Lake and Ten PeaksTrailhead · ParkingPeyto Lake Viewpoint, Banff National ParkPeyto Lake ViewpointClassic view of turquoise, wolf-shaped Peyto Lake from aboveTrailhead · RestroomLarch Valley, Banff National ParkLarch ValleyGolden larch meadows under the Ten Peaks, best in late SeptemberScenic ViewpointSentinel Pass, Banff National ParkSentinel PassLarch-lined climb to a 360-degree pass above Ten Peaks.Scenic ViewpointSulphur Mountain, Banff National ParkSulphur MountainPanoramic gondola-and-hike summit with boardwalk and historic sitesTrailhead · RestroomBanff Gondola, Banff National ParkBanff GondolaFast ride to Sulphur Mountain’s epic views, boardwalks, and diningParking · RestroomBig Beehive Viewpoint, Banff National ParkBig Beehive ViewpointLake Louise from a dramatic, bird’s‑eye perch above Lake AgnesScenic Viewpoint

Trails in Banff

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Moraine Lake Rockpile, Banff National ParkEasyMoraine Lake RockpileShortest path to the famed Twenty Dollar View over Ten Peaks.0.5 mi · 30 minSentinel Pass, Banff National ParkChallengingSentinel PassGolden larches and big mountain views from Moraine Lake to a pass.6.9 mi · 4.5 hrLarch Valley and Sentinel Pass, Banff National ParkChallengingLarch Valley and Sentinel PassBanff’s golden larch showpiece with big-pass views from Moraine Lake7 mi · 5 hrParker Ridge Trail, Banff National ParkModerateParker Ridge TrailShort climb to a big glacier view on a windswept ridge.3.3 mi · 2.5 hrBig Beehive Trail, Banff National ParkModerateBig Beehive TrailClassic Lake Louise climb with tea house and a knockout balcony view6.5 mi · 5 hrSunshine Meadows Loop, Banff National ParkModerateSunshine Meadows LoopLift-assisted alpine meadows, three lakes, and big-views for miles7.5 mi · 3.5 hrPlain of Six Glaciers Trail, Banff National ParkModeratePlain of Six Glaciers TrailFrom Lake Louise to roaring glaciers and a rustic teahouse8.6 mi · 4.5 hrCirque Peak, Banff National ParkChallengingCirque PeakHelen Lake meadows to a scree-top summit with knockout views10.1 mi · 7.5 hr

Find wildlife in Banff

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Grizzly Bear in Banff National ParkGrizzly BearReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AM122 sightingsBrown Bear in Banff National ParkBrown BearReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM147 sightingsGray Wolf in Banff National ParkGray WolfReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AM44 sightingsRiver Otter in Banff National ParkRiver OtterReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM11 sightingsMoose in Banff National ParkMooseReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM65 sightingsBlack Bear in Banff National ParkBlack BearReports peak in the evening, around 9 PM450 sightingsMountain Goat in Banff National ParkMountain GoatReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM97 sightingsElk in Banff National ParkElkReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM994 sightings

Before you go

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CLOSURE

Bow Valley Parkway fall vehicle restriction

Public vehicle access is restricted on the eastern 17 km of the Bow Valley Parkway between Fireside Day-use Area and Johnston Canyon from September 1 through October 6. - The restriction supports a vehicle-free cycling experience; all non-vehicular travel is permitted, including cycling and walking. - Parks Canada and utility vehicles may still use the narrow road. Services are limited, so bring sufficient food, water and appropriate gear, and watch for service vehicles. Check the current Bow Valley Parkway conditions and dates before travelling.

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CLOSURE

Cory Pass access road closed to vehicles

Vehicle access to Cory Pass Loop is closed; walk or bike in. - The access road is closed to vehicles, and the trail has numerous trees down plus wet and muddy sections. - Do not drive to the trail access while the road closure is in effect. Check current trail conditions before setting out.

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CAUTION

Cascade Valley bridges out and Ink Pots washout

Use caution on Cascade Valley Trail and do not continue past the washed-out bridge on Ink Pots Trail toward Jo9 campground. - Cascade Valley Trail is currently listed as Caution because bridges are out; biking excluding e-bikes is allowed, and wet muddy sections are reported. - Ink Pots Trail is listed as Good before the bridge washout; stay on the trail and stop before the washed-out bridge. Vehicle access is via Castle Junction. Check current trail conditions before setting out.

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