Outdoors in Banff

Lakes in Banff

If you visit the town of Lake Louise (about 50 km north of Banff), then you should definitely visit the lakes, Louise and Moraine

Canyons in Banff

Mistaya Canyon

The waters of Peyto Lake are possibly the most beautiful lake that I have ever seen, creating one of the most spectacular canyons

Canyons in Banff

Marble Canyon Provincial Park

Every National Park in the Canadian Rockies has its own canyon - Maligne in Jasper, Mistaya and Johnston in Banff, and here Kooten

Lakes in Banff

Bow Lake

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We went early and the morning light created some spectacular reflections.

Waterfalls in Banff

Bow Falls

One of the things you can do in the town of Banff without taking the car. Just minutes from the town centre, you can leave your c

Gardens in Banff

Cascades of Time Gardens

Definitely the most romantic place in the entire region. We are talking about one of the areas with the most spectacular wildlife

Lakes in Banff

Johnson Lake

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Located about 10 km from Banff, this beautiful, crystal clear lake in the Canadian Rockies offers one of the easiest treks in the

Lakes in Banff

Chephren Lake

Still looking to escape crowds, we made the shortish trek to this amazing lake. The 6 km. trail was wide and somewhat steep at the

Ponds in Banff

Cascade Ponds

If you're getting tired of the bustle of the town of Banff, and want to go for a bite to eat and a bit of a drive, then this is th

Lakes in Banff

Two Jack Lake

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Another of the lakes that we can find in the vicinity of the town of Banff, and a good place to dine. Besides the spectacular tur

Waterfalls in Banff

Hamilton Waterfalls

Lakes in Banff

Lake Agnes

Wow! Lake Agnes is a beautiful body of water! I decided to embark on this 4.5-mile moderate round-trip hike because it’s got my na

Nature Reserves in Banff

Kootenay National Park

Lakes in Banff

Paint Ponds

Lakes in Banff

Pilot Pond

Nature Reserves in Banff

Ochre Beds

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Hiking in Banff

Bow River Trail

The Bow River Trail is a quiet, serene paved pathway just steps from Downtown Banff. The pathway is just over a kilometer, and pro

Nature Reserves in Banff

Col Cory