Banff Townsite Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Note: The tour is over 26 miles long, with more than 42 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

In pre-colonization times, the First Nations people drank from it, hunted along its banks, and even crafted bows from the reeds which grow alongside the river!

Great question! A hoodoo is a tall thin spire of rock formed by erosion.

There’s an easy walking trail that’ll take us around the lake, too.

For thousands of years, people have flocked to its shores for hunting and camping.

This spot is great for a postcard-perfect panoramic view of the Bow Valley, the Canadian Rockies and the town of Banff! Keep an eye out for the parking area on your right if you’d like to stop.

If you’re eager to get up close to the Falls, there’s a 1.7-mile trail that should take about 45 minutes to complete.

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park enchants with its pristine alpine landscapes, turquoise lakes, and rugged mountain peaks, offering a haven for outdoor adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.