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Banff Canada

Banff serves as the entrance to the National Park that shares its name, home to some of Canada's most stunning natural wonders. The town itself is relatively small and caters to tourists. It offers numerous dining and shopping options, much like any other resort town. Situated in the Bow River valley, it's an ideal starting point for exploring the great outdoors. With its breathtaking mountains, glaciers, and moraine lakes, the scenery is unparalleled. Banff National Park is the oldest national park in Canada, established in 1885 in the Rocky Mountains. The park is situated 110–180 km west of Calgary in the province of Alberta, covering 6,641 km2 of mountainous terrain. It features numerous glaciers and ice fields, dense coniferous forests, and alpine landscapes. The Icefields Parkway, which extends from Lake Louise, connects to Jasper National Park in the north. Adjacent to the west are provincial forests and Yoho National Park, while Kootenay National Park is to the south and Kananaskis Country to the southeast. Visit Banff in the winter to enjoy skiing, or come during other times of the year to marvel at its majestic surroundings. The hiking trails around Banff are exceptional, but if hiking isn't your thing, you can simply unwind in the hot springs.

Recommended airport

Calgary Intl (YYC)

Nearby destinations

Banff, Canada

Banff Canada