The 10 Best Things to do Adventurous in Banff National Park, Canadian Rockies

September 16, 2021 Stefan Strunk

With Cascade Mountain to the north and Sulphur Mountain to the south, the town of Banff boasts a magnificent Canadian Rocky Mountain setting. Travelers are spoiled for choice by the irresistible combination of luxury lodges, perfect powder, renowned restaurants and energetic nightlife on offer. With both summer and winter appeal, Banff lures visitors to its stores, spas and slopes year-round.
Restaurants in Banff National Park

1. Hydra River Guides

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5.0 based on 1,008 reviews

Hydra River Guides

Rafting on the Kicking Horse is a MUST DO activity during your vacation to the Canadian Rockies. Let Hydra River Guides introduce you to the water we call home. We offer rafting trips to suit all budgets and abilities, starting at only $59. 190,000 rafters can’t be wrong. Are you ready to join us?

2. Icefields Parkway

Banff National Park, Alberta Canada 0422112852 http://www.icefieldsparkway.ca/
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5.0 based on 1,845 reviews

Icefields Parkway

Scenic highway cutting through breathtakingly beautiful mountain passes.

Reviewed By BCW_1016 - Charlevoix, United States

We drove it in our rental car leaving Banff at 7:30AM and did not get beck until after 4PM - so much to see! This is an absolutely beautiful drive with many places to stop to take in the marvelous views of mountains, lakes & streams and/or enjoy short hikes. You can see many glaciers on the mountains. We took the drive in mid September and the Aspen trees were a beautiful golden color against the backdrop of green pine trees. Our turning point was at the “Ice Field Center” where we walked up to the glacier. If you wanted to get up close and personal with the ice, tours are available - they take you out onto the glacier on a special bus and let you walk around for a few minutes. A very enjoyable day.

3. Great Divide Nature Interpretation

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Great Divide Nature Interpretation

Great Divide Nature Interpretation provides informative and entertaining guided hiking and snowshoeing trips in the Lake Louise area. Joel Hagen has over 25 years experience and is a certified “Master” interpretive guide who reveals the stories behind the scenery. Full day and half day trips.

4. Chinook Rafting

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5.0 based on 1,810 reviews

Chinook Rafting

Closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary with daily half day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, our fun-loving professional guides will provide you with the best whitewater rafting adventure. Perfect activity for families (5 years and up), and groups like Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties or your Corporate Team Building Event.

5. Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding

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Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding

Located in the mountains of Canmore, Alberta Canada. Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding offers Paddle Canada Certified Lessons, high quality board rentals, SUP sales and tours on SUP of the beautiful lakes and rivers in the Canadian Rockies. Love SUP, love life!

6. Alpine Air Adventures

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Alpine Air Adventures

Alpine Air Adventures is an adventure tourism company offering guided high end skiing, rock climbing, ice climbing and alpine climbing trips. We offer the best Mountain adventures to suit any ability and skill level. Our Playground: The Rocky Mountains in Alberta and British Columbia.

7. Nick Fitzhardinge Photography

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Nick Fitzhardinge Photography

Unique photography workshops & tours in The Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks (Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay, Assiniboine, & Robson) offered by professional interpretive guide Nick Fitzhardinge. Learn, or improve your photography, be inspired, & enjoy the Canadian Rockies - we operate year round and offer customized, private, and small group photography centered events.

8. Bow Summit

Icefields Parkway, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada +1 403-762-1550 [email protected] http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10.aspx
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Bow Summit

Reviewed By EkMusafir - Pune, India

To reach the Bow Summit we had to hike up further from the Peyto Lake viewing platform which was already overcrowded with tourists. It required some more effort and time to get up there but it was well worth the trouble. The view from the summit was one of the best views in the Rocky Mountains we had so far. We got a bird’s eye view of Peyto Lake, the bluest of the lakes, and the surrounding peaks. The Bow Summit was so peaceful with hardly any crowd. We were lucky to have travelled by bus as the parking lot for buses and handicapped cars are the closest to the Peyto Lake viewing platform, and so the walk to the summit is doable.

9. Parker Ridge Trail

Icefields Parkway 93, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0 Canada +1 403-762-1550 http://www.trailpeak.com/trail-Parker-Ridge-near-Jasper-AB-1918
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Parker Ridge Trail

Reviewed By hp_hphan - Ontario, Canada

I was very fortunate to see mountain goats. They were running from one side to the other. It was quite windy at the too but the View was amazing. Definitely recommend this hike.

10. White Mountain Adventures

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White Mountain Adventures

White Mountain Adventures is an outdoor adventure company specializing in active pursuits such as hiking, walking, and snowshoeing as well as outdoor team-building games and events. We offer adventures in Banff, Alberta, including guided public and private hikes, activities, and events in the Bow Valley including Canmore and Lake Louise for individuals, and groups of all types.

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