Hiking
Are you wanting to find some of the hidden gems in Alberta – waterfalls, alpine lakes, glacier fed streams?
Join a certified guide as Lucinda Watkins takes you to some stunning locations.
We take our time and enjoy the journey!
(offering guided day hikes around Canmore, Kananaskis and Bow valley)
Wander the shores of glittering turquoise waters, scramble along a mountain ridge, visit the glowing larches in the fall or journey across a wintry frozen lake. From pleasant walks to multi-day backcountry epics, hiking in Banff and Lake Louise offers some of the most scenic and inspiring hikes in the world. Here, a little effort and a dose of adventurous spirit is your ticket to discovering the unforgettable gems of the Canadian Rockies.
Easy Hikes & Walks
Enjoy picturesque loops around glacial lakes, discover old growth forests, or bring the whole family for a visit to the wetlands. From canyons to hoodoos, Banff and Lake Louise are home to a diverse trail network that caters to all ability levels. Whether you’re new to hiking or seeking a family friendly adventure, soak in stunning views by exploring one of these year-round trails.
Heli-Hiking
Take to the skies and escape to the high wilderness in comfort. An exhilarating helicopter flight sweeps you over some of the most stunning mountain landscapes in the world to drop you off in the rugged alpine of the Canadian Rockies. Here, far from any signs of civilization, you’ll start your trek. With a range of flight lengths and hikes spanning easy strolls through alpine meadows to strenuous mountain summits, there are many unique ways to experience heli-hiking in Banff and Lake Louise.
Heli-Hiking the Icefields Parkway
Taking to the skies on a heli-hiking tour gives you the kind of views that you would normally only see on a big screen. From above, braided rivers look like paintings and the immensity of mountain ranges really is breathtaking. After flying high over this picture-perfect scene, you get to land right in the centre of it all. Then hike over rolling meadows between the peaks, with views no matter where you look.