Banff hiking trails offer a lot of
different tastes, you can get almost anywhere around the globe. Before going
into details of the area, let me tell you that Banff offers perfect hiking
opportunities for new hikers and though some challenging trails too exist in
the area, not much survival skills will be required here, as all safety and
comfort amenities are available.
The area offers a combination of
some easy and difficult hiking trails that offer a varied length difficulty
level and duration to be completed in. In short Banff hiking trail offers
something for every level of hiker, experienced or novice. The Banff national
park boasts the Canadian Rockies that are folded in between gentle slopes and
foothills on both sides. The valley is also home to some spectacular wildlife
including elks, sheep, deer, black bear and Grizzly Bears.
Easy & Moderate Banff Hiking Trails
The different Banff Park trails offer
blue dazzling lakes, splendid mountain teahouses, land covered with wild
flowers and some really spectacular view points from really high points. Some
short and worth visiting trails in the Banff area include the tunnel mountain
trail that reaches an elevation of 260m and is best for novice hikers as it
takes about 2 hours to complete it covering an area of 4.8 km, including
return. The trail is moderately difficult with steep start leading to switchback
series leading to the top of the mountain.
Another easy trail in the area
include the sunshine meadows trail which is only 3.6 km long both ways and
requires about three hours to complete. The trail is faired as being easy and a
good option for new hikers. This hiking in Banff experience offers impressive
view of wildflower filled meadows and surrounding peaks in the area. Sulphur
Mountain, Johnston canyon, Cascade amphitheatre and Bourgeau Lake are some of
the other easy to moderate best hiking trails in Banff that are worth trying
out.
Challenging Banff Trails
Among other challenging Banff
hiking trail, the Harvey pass and the Cory Pass Loop are considered as being
the most beautiful and adventurous trails every hiker dreams of going through.
The Harvey pass trail is about nine
and half km, one way journey which reaches an elevation of 1,035m and expert
hikers manage to go around it in about 8 hours time. The hike starts of at the
Bourgeau lake climb descending into a steep unmarked trail. Hikers can witness
alpine views across the ridges of the Lost Horse and the spectacular
continental divide.
The Cory Pass Loop is another one
of the challenging Banff hiking trails, about 12.3 km around the loop and reaching
an elevation of 915m and taking about 6 hours to go around and complete the
trail. Being the most exhausting and arduous of all trails ion the Banff area,
the best time to hit it is in the mid season, when it is no longer covered in
snow. The views of Mount Louis’ limestone monolith are worth the extra effort
going round the Mount Edith down to the pass trail. The absence of water and
the difficulty of finding the route are some of the challenges, hikers face on
this route.
Amenities Offered at Banff Park
Besides world class hiking trails,
Banff also offers premium relaxation to visitors in form of Banff ski resort
where you can enjoy skiing to the optimal level. All the equipment is provided
in the rental and retail outlet located in the area, while premium valet
service is also offered for storage of your personal or rental equipments. For
individuals who are not interested in skiing, the chance to indulge in ice
walks, sleigh rides are also offered besides the facility to pamper yourself
with the luxurious spa services also offered in the area.
Besides ski resorts, hotels in
Banff also offer luxury accommodation and services that allow visitors to
cherish every moment spent in the area. The Banff Aspen Lodge offers the best
hotel accommodation with the best mountain views that allow you to cherish the
nature’s beauty even from your balcony. Located close to the areas, museums,
dining and shopping area and galleries further enhance the visit and make Banff
an unforgettable place for hikers.
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