Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Rocky Mountain peaks, glacial lakes, and adventure come together in Banff National Park - Canada’s first national park and the flagship of the nation’s park system. Banff is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Plan your visit - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Home to glacial lakes and stunning mountain peaks, it's no wonder Banff National Park is an adventure seekers paradise! It's essential to plan ahead before visiting Banff National Park.
Activities and experiences - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Trails, lakes and mountainscapes! Whether you are seeking outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, or relaxation, Banff National Park offers something for everyone. Be sure to plan ahead and check conditions before you go.
What to see while visiting Banff National Park - Parks Canada
There are so many things to see in Banff National Park that it's sometimes difficult to know where to start! Here are some of the highlights. Keep in mind, the park is especially busy from May through September. Use BanffNow for real-time congestion information and parking availability.
Day hikes in the Banff area - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Trails lace the Banff area, ranging from low-elevation strolls along boardwalks to more strenuous full-day outings that lead seasoned hikers to some of the best alpine passes the Rocky Mountains have to offer.
Camping - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Explore camping options and book campsites in Banff National Park. Find operating dates, reservations, etiquette, safety and more.
Icefields Parkway - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
The Icefields Parkway (Highway 93 North) joins the Community of Lake Louise in Banff National Park with the Town of Jasper in Jasper National Park. Give yourself a full day to travel one-way. It is one of the most scenic highways in the world.
National parks - Parks Canada
There are 37 national parks and 11 national park reserves in Canada that represent 31 of Canada's 39 terrestrial natural regions and protect approximately 343,377 square kilometers of lands in Canada.
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
The best way to see Lake Louise and Moraine Lake is on Parks Canada shuttles or Roam Public Transit. Parking is limited in the Lake Louise area. Location: 55 km west of Banff, Alberta, on the Trans-Canada Highway / #1. Founded in 1890 as Laggan Station, Lake Louise was once a wild outpost at the end of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Fishing / Angling - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Bow River - from Hector Lake to east park boundary, including associated backwaters and oxbows. No ice fishing on the Bow River. Ghost Lakes (3), Lake Minnewanka reservoir, Two Jack Lake reservoir, Vermilion Lakes (3) and adjacent inflow streams and beaver ponds.