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Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Sulphur Mountain
  • By Del. on November 4, 2003
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  • Banff - Sulphur Mountain - Banff
    Banff - Sulphur Mountain
    by Del.
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    Located about 45 mins walk from the center of Banff. Its a bit of a tough walk up the mountain but it makes the views worth the extra effort. If you're a lazy old sod then it is possible to get a Gondola lift to the top. I would recommed hiking up and then get the Gondola down. There are stunning views from the top of the mountain. If you decide on hiking up then I suggest that you bring a large bottle of water with you.

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Random Falls
  • By arv1 on February 26, 2006
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  • Falls - Banff
    Falls
    by arv1
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    Make sure you wonder around the area, and also, if you are in a car and there are enough people, take side roads and just look around!!

    I found this random spot but boy was it beautiful!!

    I also have a mini video clip of this place...let me know if you want me to email it to you...

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Johnson Lake
  • By lohki on January 12, 2006
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  • Mountains/Lakes / Falls - Banff
    by lohki
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    Nice picnic spots and good easy trails.

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: See Banff Gondola tip above...
  • By londonlover on August 27, 2005
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  • Looking over Banff and Tunnel Mountain - Banff
    Looking over Banff and Tunnel
    Mountain
    by londonlover
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    Price was $22.50 CAD for a round trip gondola ticket. The giftshop at the top has some good postcards and trinkets, but you can probably find the same things cheaper at the bottom of the mountain. :)

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  • Website: http://www.banffgondola.com
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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Ice Canyon walk
  • Updated By Stellco on January 21, 2003
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  • just hoping it doesn't start to thaw! - Banff
    just hoping it doesn't
    start to thaw!
    by Stellco
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    There are several companies in Banff which offer oragnised day trips to areas outside the town. If you are without transport (like we were!) These are excellent oppurtunities to get out intot he national park and see the sites safely.
    We visited an ice canyon which was used by the first nations as a quick route between the mountins when it froze over in winter. We were decked out in Cleats and marched off up river.!!

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Hike around Bow Falls
  • By 807Wheaton on September 13, 2008
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  • Bow Falls near Banff - Banff
    Bow Falls near Banff
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    This seems to be where the beautiful aquamarine color of the water starts to be seen. We noticed it in the Bow River and at the falls. The hike to Bow Falls goes up the Bow River and winds back into Banff.

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Take a walk up some wonderful caverns!
  • By tetonski1 on January 5, 2005
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  • The fellow in the middle left is going up the path - Banff
    The fellow in the middle
    left is going up the path
    by tetonski1
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    Walk slowly up the ice path to the hidden waterfalls encrusted in ice.

    Better bring your spikes (clamp-ons), going uphill on ice is not so easy without them.

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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Walk or Hike the Hoodoos
  • Updated By Mikebb on October 24, 2007
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  • The Hoodoos - Banff
    The Hoodoos
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    Just out of town along Tunnel Mountain Road you will come to these unusual looking mountains overlooking the valley, river and forest. We went early evening hoping to sight some animals but had no luck, however we were rewarded with the magnificent scenery.

    There are several paths and hiking tracks which lead to several excellent viewpoints overlooking the valley. For those who wish to hike it would be an excellent destination.

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  • Directions: We drove out of town along Banff Ave towards Canmore and turned right into Tunnel Mountain Road, drive for 3 or 4 minutes and you will arrive at the campgrounds. The Hoodoos are opposite. Will take approx 10 minutes to travel by car.
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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Lake Minnewanka
  • By david1982 on October 25, 2006
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  • Mountains/Lakes / Falls - Banff
    by david1982, 4 more photos
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    A great introduction to Banff, Lake Minnewanka provides some spectacular scenery to prepare you for the wonders of Banff.

    A good place to come to to marvel at the mountains, have a picnic, see some horned sheep, and go out on the lake in a boat.

    There are some interesting board by the shore explaining the history of Lake Minnewanka.

    Only problem was the nearby building site, kinda spoiled the atmosphere.

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  • Directions: Lake Minnewanka is best reached on the way to Banff from Canmore just after you pass the booths where you buy your Parks Pass. The lake is located about 40km from the main highway.
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    Mountains/Lakes / Falls: Hiking The Tunnel Mountain
  • Updated By AdriCAAB on October 31, 2007
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  • Mountains/Lakes / Falls - Banff
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    Easy for everyone! The views are wonderful!

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