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Banff Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Mountie Statue in front of the Fairmont Banff Springs Mountie Statue in front of the Fairmont Banff Springs Miro M. Welcker In 1883, the transcontinental railway started to cut its way through the formidable Rocky Mountains. That same year, three railway workers chanced upon simmering hot springs, and a tourist destination was born. The Cave and Basin National Historic Site, as these hot springs are now called, became Canada's first National Park in 1885, and was later expanded to become Banff National Park. At 1,372 m (4,530 ft) above sea level, Banff is recognized as Canada’s Highest Town. It is home to over 6,000 people. See the spectacular Banff Springs Hotel. Take a dip at the Upper Hot Springs. Be sure to take in the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, the Cave and Basin National Historic Site and the Banff Park Museum National Historic Site. For a view of Banff from the mountains, visit the scenic view! ___________Sights Edit This Mistaya Canyon Mistaya Canyon Daniel Coughlin (http://www.pbase.com/efatapo) Visiting some of the scenic wonders in the Banff area will provide memories for a lifetime. Display all or display just: Landmarks general Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order [Add Sight] Mistaya Canyon . Edit This Mistaya Canyon Mistaya Canyon photo by: Daniel Coughlin (http://www.pbase.com/efatapo) A short ten-minute trail leads to the canyon, where visitors can see the waters of the Mistaya River which have delicately sculpted this gorge, leaving many circular "potholes" in the canyon walls. Address: 159 km (99 mi) S of Jasper/71 km (44 mi) N of Lake Louise type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Moraine Lake and Valley of the Ten Peaks . Edit This Lake Moraine Lake Moraine photo by: David Denton Formerly pictured on the back of the Canadian $20 bill, this emerald green lake is set before a backdrop of sharp peaks. To the N is Mount Temple, the highest mountain in the Bow Range and third highest in Banff National Park, A good area for hiking. Visit the Parks Canada Information Bureau in the town of Banff or the Visitor Centre in Lake Louise for information on the trails. Address: 12 km (7.5 mi) E from Lake Louise access road - type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Sulpher Mountain Gondola . Edit This A View down Sulphur Mountain A View down Sulphur Mountain photo by: Daniel Coughlin (http://www.pbase.com/efatapo ) Ride to the top of Sulpher Mountain in a glass-enclosed, four-passenger gondola and enjoy a 360-degree view of Banff and area. Canada's highest restaurant is situated at the summit and offers self-serve meals. Short hiking trails explore the summit ridge. Hours of operation subject to seasonal change. Tel: 1 403 762-2523 Fax: 1 403 762-7493 Address: 3.2 km (2 mi) from Banff town on Mountain Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Cave and Basin Centennial Centre . Edit This Visitors can walk into the Cave, view the intact basin and learn the fascinating story of the springs discovery. Historical exhibits, geological displays and videos tell the park's history. Short self-guided walks explore the effect of heated spring water on the surrounding marshes. Tours available, call for details. Tel: 1 403 762-1557 Fax: 1 403 762-3380 Address: 311 Cave Ave. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Columbia Icefield . Edit This This massive field of ancient ice covers 325 sq km (125 sq mi) and reaches depths estimated at 385 m (1,270 ft). It is composed of the Athabasca, Stutfield and Dome glaciers. Straddling the Continental Divide, the icefield feeds four of the continent’s major river systems: the Columbia, Fraser, Mackenzie and Saskatchewan. Meltwaters from the icefield flow to three different oceans (the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic). Called a ‘hydrological apex,’ it is one of only two in the world (the other is in Siberia). Markers at the icefield indicate the rate at which the toe of the more.. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Johnston Canyon . Edit This Follow the self-guided interpretative trail along Johnston Creek for views of water erosion in action. A 5.6 km (3.5 mi) walk will take you to the Ink Pots. Six cool springs bubble out of the ground year-round. The glacial sediments in the springs create beautiful aqua colours. Address: 26 km (16.25 mi) W of Banff on Hwy 1A. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Peyto Lake . Edit This Peyto Lake from Bow Summit Overlook Peyto Lake from Bow Summit Overlook photo by: Daniel Coughlin (http://www.pbase.com/efatapo) The highest point on the Icefields Parkway is Bow Summit, 2088 m above sea level. Here the road crosses alpine meadows near the source of the Bow River before dropping into the Mistaya Valley. From the lower parking area at Bow Summit, a short trail takes you uphill to the Peyto Lake lookout. Address: 190 km (118.75 mi) S of Jasper/40 km (25 mi) N of Lake Louise type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Lake Louise . Edit This Lake Louise from Hotel Lake Louise from Hotel photo by: Ron Bessling View the majestic Victoria Glacier and beautiful Lake Louise. At Lake Louise visitors can enjoy horse-back riding, hiking, canoeing, etc. The original Chateau Lake Louise (Canadian Pacific) was originally built in 1890. Address: Access road is S of the Trans-Canada Hwy. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Bow Valley Parkway . Edit This Also known as Hwy 1A, this 51 km (30.6 mi) route is a scenic alternative to the TransCanada Hwy between Banff and Lake Louise. There are peaceful picnic areas, short hikes and three lodges offering cabin accommodation and services for travellers. At Johnston Canyon, a self-guided tour takes you along Johnston Creek to two impressive waterfalls. It’s a 5.6 km (3.5 mi) hike to the Ink Pots, which has six cool springs bubbling out of the ground. Address: Access the parkway 7 km (4.3 mi) west of Banff and from the Lake Louise overpass type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Cave & Basin Hot Springs . Edit This Historic and geological displays reveal the effects of the warm sulphur water on the flora and fauna of the area. Interpretative displays and self-guiding trails. Interpretative. Centre open year-round. Swimming pool open mid June to Labour Day. Tel: 1 403 762-4900 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Saskatchewan River Crossing Edit This Facilities available from March to mid-November include accommodation, groceries, cafeteria, licensed dining room, gift shop, fuel and telephone. Address: 153 km (95.6 mi) S of Jasper/77 km (48 mi) N of Lake Louise. type: Landmarks World66 rating: [rate it] Bow Falls . Edit This Bow Falls in November Bow Falls in November photo by: Carl Christensen The Bow River thunders into Bow Falls just before the junction of the Bow and Spray Rivers. Address: near the Banff Springs Hotel on the left-hand side of River Road. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Hoodoos . Edit This Hoodoos and the Bow River Hoodoos and the Bow River photo by: Daniel Coughlin (http://www.pbase.com/efatapo) These spires, carved by the forces of wind and water, stand like lonely sentinels overlooking the Bow River. Wheelchair access. Address: 4 km (2.5 mi) from Banff on Tunnel Mountain Dr. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Hector Lake . Edit This The beautiful green waters of Hector Lake spread below a fresh carpet of lush forest. While the southern part of the lake is forest-enclosed, the northern end is set hard against rugged mountains which is typical of a lake formed in a glacial basin. View Mt. Balfour and the Waputik Range to the SW. Address: 214 km (133.75 mi) S of Jasper/16 km (10 mi) N of Lake Louise. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Centre . Edit This The Banff Centre is dedicated to the professional development of artists and managers. The Banff Centre is home to the Banff Centre for Arts, Banff Centre for Management, Mountain Culture, Festivals and Performances, and the Banff Centre for Conferences. For festivals and performances at the Banff Centre see the Entertainment and Events listings in Discover Banff. Tel: 1 403 762-6204 Fax: 1 403 762-6388 Address: Box 1020, Station 11 Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 Map type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Centre for the Arts . Edit This We are Canada's leading learning centre dedicated to the continuing professional development of accomplished artists and managers. Our focus on understanding and fostering creativity encourages artistic exploration and growth and inspires corporate cultures which demand and deliver sustained innovation. Tel: 1 403 762-6333 Toll Free: 1-800-413-8368 Address: St. Julian Road type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Bow Lake . Edit This The lake is the source of the Bow River. Across the lake is part of a very large icefield covering an area of the Great Divide. The Bow Glacier extends from this field over the cliffs. Address: 93 km (58 mi) N of Banff just off Hwy 93 N (Icefields Parkway) type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Crowfoot Glacier . Edit This One of over a hundred glaciers that can be seen along the Icefields Parkway. Years ago, this glacier resembled a crows foot, with three large toe-like extensions. The lower "toe" of this foot has receded so much that only two toes remain. Address: 197 km (123 mi) S of Jasper/33 km (20.6 mi) N of Lake Louise. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Hole in the Wall . Edit This This cavern appears to have been cut away by the melt waters from the glacier that once filled Bow Valley. Address: 1.1 km (6.8 mi) W of Banff from the Muleshoe picnic area type: general World66 rating: [rate it] The Great Divide . Edit This The Great Divide is the geographic point where all waters flow either W to the Pacific Ocean or E to the Atlantic Ocean. Displays at the picnic area describe this phenomenon which may be seen in action as the creek separates mid-flow. Address: Follow the sign type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Vermilion Lakes . Edit This This 4.5 km (2.8 mi) drive branches off Mt. Norquay just before the Banff/Norquay overpass and takes you along the three Vermilion Lakes. This drive provides an opportunity to see a variety of flora and fauna common to marshland areas and is popular for bird watchers, nature enthusiasts, photographers and cyclists. Address: branches off Mt. Norquay just before the Banff/Norquay overpass type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Parker Ridge . Edit This Looking North along West Side of Parker Ridge Looking North along West Side of Parker Ridge photo by: Ano Moose A short hike through an alpine meadow takes visitors to the crest of Parker Ridge which provides an excellent view of the Saskatchewan Glacier, the largest tongue of the Columbia Icefield. Address: 113 km (70.6 mi) S of Jasper/l 17 km (73 mi) N of Lake Louise. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Bankhead . Edit This An historic site featuring an early 1900's coal mine, colliery and town. An easy 45 minute walk leads through the ruins of the mine site. Interpretative plaques bear photographs and descriptions of the buildings and the operations of the mine. Address: Lake Minnewanka Rd., 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Banff type: general World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Getting There Edit This By car Highway 1 (Trans-Canada) bisects the park east/west. Banff is about an hour and a half from Calgary Alberta and the same from Golden British Columbia . Other ways to enter the park by automobile include the Icefields Parkway from Jasper , Highway 11 from Rocky Mountain House and Red Deer Alberta, and Highway 93 from Radium Hot Springs and Cranbrook British Columbia. By bus Greyhound provides regular scheduled coaches that serve Banff and Lake Louise, departing from Calgary and points in British Columbia. Another option is to book one of the many guided bus tours that visit the park. Most of these will depart from Calgary or Vancouver . By train Explore the Canadian Rockies by rail. Day rail tours depart from Banff connecting to Vancouver. Rocky Mountaineer Vacations provides independent year round vacation packages to the most unique and scenic regions of Canada, including travel on the world acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer rail journey. Between Mid-April and Mid-October, the two-day, all daylight Rocky Mountaineer travels between Vancouver or Whistler, British Columbia and the Rocky Mountain destinations of Jasper, Banff or Calgary Alberta. Guests relax in Redleaf or Goldleaf Service, enjoying onboard commentary and bi-regional cuisine as the awe-inspiring scenery passes by at a leisurely pace. For selected departure date in December, the festive Rocky Mountaineer travels through a winter wonderland where the mountain valleys are covered in a blanket of snow. The Whistler Mountaineer offers an unforgettable three-hour rail excursion through the Sea-to-Sky region between North Vancouver and Whistler, with daily service in both directions and world-class Western Canadian hospitality onboard. By air The closest International Airport is in Calgary . Banff does have an airstrip, but there is no commercial service. An expensive charter flight will be required to land right in the park. Vancouver International Airport is an approximate 12 hour drive to the west. Springbank Airport (west of Calgary, towards Banff) is nearly 80 km from Banff. It operates short charter flights and tours over Banff National Park. Fees/Permits All visitors stopping in the park (even just for gas) require a park permit. If you are driving straight through the pass is not required. Day passes and annual passes are available. Day pass: $8 adult, $4 youth, $7 senior, $16 family. Annual pass: $55 adult, $27 youth, $47 senior, $109 family. Additional variable fees are required for camping and backcountry exploration. See the official website for Parks Canada for a current schedule. Get around By far the easiest way to get around is by vehicle. Vehicle rentals are available in Calgary , Banff and Lake Louise . It is also possible to cover the park on bicycle, but keep in mind the mountainous terrain will make this quite a workout. Bicycle rentals (town, road and mountain bikes) are also available with in Banff and Lake Louise, visit the Parks Canada information centre for both road and trail routes. Or rent a moped from Bactrax/Snowtips to explore the area around Banff! GyPSy Guide provides the self-drive visitors with a guided tour. GyPSy Guide automatically plays audio commentary, depending on your location, and through the stereo of any vehicle as you tour through the National Parks and beyond. No buttons to push, it knows where you are! Contributors July 23, 2007 change by real (4 points) _____________Park & Wildlife Edit This Banff is a beautiful location full of natural wonders and thriving wildlife populations. [Add New] Weekends with Wolves Edit This The Banff Centre is offering a new series called Live and Learn in which the participants learn about wildlife while in the wilds of Banff National Park. One of these learning vacations is the Weekends with Wolves in the winter. There is also a summer series called Grizzly Bear Vacations. These field studies are suitable for adults and children over 12. For more information call 1-800-884-7574. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff National Park . Edit This Welcome to Banff National Park, the birthplace of Canada's national park system and part of the Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. Discover a landscape rich in wildlife and history against a backdrop of glaciers and towering mountain peaks. For more information on Banff National Park, including an illustrated tour of the park's features, visit Banff National Park Tel: 1 403 762-1550 Fax: 1 403 762-3229 Address: Banff National Park P.O. Box 900 Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Buffalo Paddock . Edit This Closed. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Cascade Gardens . Edit This One of western Canada's finest historic landscapes. Enjoy gazebos, waterworks, pools and flower gardens. Address: in the Park Administration building grounds at the S end of Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Museums Edit This Visit the locations below to learn a bit more about this region, its people and its history. [Add Museum] Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies . Edit This Our Museum introduces you to the history and culture of this unique mountain area. We offer you a glimpse of the "spirit of the wilderness" through our displays, programs and services. Tel: 1 403 762-2291 Fax: 1 403 762-8919 Address: 110 Bear Street type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Park Museum . Edit This Western Canada's oldest natural history museum presents wildlife displays of the birds and mammals found in Banff National Park. The building itself, a designated Canadian historic site, illustrates an unusual style of architecture called "e;railroad pagoda"e;. Open year-round. Tel: 1 403 762-1558 Fax: 1 403 762-3380 Address: 92 Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Natural History Museum and Gift Shop . Edit This Displays show the cave system of the area, including Castlegar Cave under the Columbia Icefields. Four dinasour skull are included amoung the numerous fossils specimens. Two slide shows illustrate the formation of the Rockies. The shop sells fosils and books on geography. Tel: 1 403 762-4747 Address: 112 Banff Ave. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Luxton Museum . Edit This Experience a time when Native people of the Northern Plains and Canadian Rockies followed the great bison herds, hauling their tipis and equipment by travois. Displays range from costumes and quillwork to hunting equipment, dances songs and legends. Guided tours can be arranged. Tel: 1 403 762-2388 Address: 1 Birch Ave. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Nightlife and Entertainment Edit This Banff has a nightlife that is worth exploring. Display all or display just: Casinos Clubs and dancing general Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order [Add Entertainment place] King Eddy Billiards . Edit This 16 pool tables, video arcade. Tel: 1 403 762-4629 Fax: 1 403 762-0876 Toll Free: 1-800-344-4232 Address: 3rd Flr, King Eddie Hotel, Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Tommy’s Neighbourhood Pub . Edit This Traditional decor. Darts. Food and drink specials. Tel: 762-8888 Address: 120 Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Rose & Crown . Edit This Walk up to the Stairs to what could be called a PhCLUB. On the Left hand side it's a chill, but lively chatting atmosphere. Two pool tables, booths lining the right wall, a foosball table, and a video arcade game makes it easy to keep busy even if you not drinking. The right hand side can be the upbeat side when a live band is on the small yet inviting stage. Live music and games room. Patio. Tel: 1 403 762-2121 Address: Upstairs, 202 Banff Ave type: Casinos World66 rating: [rate it] Melissa’s . Edit This Reasonable drink prices, darts, pool table, 7 satellite TVs and video games. Happy hr 4:30 - 7 pm. Tel: 1 403 762-5776 Address: 218 Lynx St, Banff AB T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Aurora . Edit This Entertainment, dancing. Separate martini/cigar bar. Tel: 1 403 760-5300 Address: 110 Banff Ave, Banff AB T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Elk and Oarsman Pub and Grill Edit This Rocky Mountain decor with a cozy restaurant featuring Certified Black Angus beef, pizzas, gourmet burgers. Lively sports pub with big screens. Rooftop patio boasts 360 degrees views. 403-762-4616 type: Casinos World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.elkandoarsman.com email: elkandoarsman@shaw.ca St James’s Gate Olde Irish Pub . Edit This Traditional decor, fireplaces, occasional Celtic/Maritime bands. Tel: 1 403 762-9355 Address: 207 Wolf St type: general World66 rating: [rate it] The Keg . Edit This Lodge decor with fireplaces. Address: Banff Caribou Lodge, 762-4442; and 117 Banff Ave, 760-3030, Map 3a, C5 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Wild Bill’s Saloon . Edit This i Entertainment nightly. Live country/rock Wed-Sun. Line dance lessons Wed 8 pm. 15-ft TV, VLTs. Tel: 1 403 762-0333 Address: Upstairs, 201 Banff Ave, Banff AB T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Springs Hotel . Edit This International beer and pub snacks at Waldhaus Pub. Piano and view at Rundle Lounge. Ramsey Lounge is cigar-friendly. Games and activities at the Siding 29 Games Café. Tel: 1 403 762-6825 Address: Spray Ave, Banff Alberta type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Magpie and Stump . Edit This Western cantina. Tel: 1 403 762-4067 Address: 203 Caribou St. type: general World66 rating: [rate it] HooDoos Edit This DJ and dancing. Ladies night Tues. Cheap drinks on Thurs Tel: 1 403 762-8434 Address: Bsmt, 137 Banff Ave, type: Clubs and dancing World66 rating: [rate it] email: cheekylesh_57@hotmail.com Rimrock Resort Hotel . Edit This Elegant Larkspur Lobby Lounge. View and impressive fireplace. Tel: 1 403 762-3356 Address: Mountain Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Rocky Mountain Resort . Edit This Pepper’s Bar has darts, TV, pool and deli. Tel: 1 403 762-5531 Address: Banff Ave & Tunnel Mtn Rd, type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Brewster's Mountain Lodge . Edit This Outfitters non smoking western bar with specialty wines. Tel: 1 403 780-3910 Address: 208 Caribou St, Banff AB T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Park Lodge . Edit This Pianist Mon-Sat at Terrace Lounge. Tel: 1 403 762-4433 Fax: 1 403 762-3553 Toll Free: 1-800-661-9266 Address: 222 Lynx St, Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Banff Ptarmigan Inn . Edit This Caramba! Lounge has floor-to-ceiling fireplace and Mediterranean snacks. Tel: 1 (403) 762-3667 Address: 337 Banff Ave, Banff AB T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Buffalo Mountain Lodge . Edit This Lobby Lounge with hand-hewn timber and fireplace. Tel: 1 403 762-2400 Fax: 1 403 609-6158 Toll Free: 1-800-661-1367 Address: Tunnel Mtn Rd, Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Bumper’s Loft Lounge . Edit This Games, pool, VLTs and ski movies. Tel: 1 403 762-4001 Address: 603 Banff Ave, Banff AB type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Inns of Banff . Edit This Bear's Den Pub has fireplace, darts, sports TV and British pub-like decor. Lobby Lounge has a fireplace and view. Tel: 1 403 762-4581 Address: 600 Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Norquay’s Timberline Lodge . Edit This Huge fireplace and bar of rundlestone plus outstanding view at Big Horn Steak House. Giant patio. Tel: 1 403 762-2281 Fax: 762-8133 Address: Hwy 1 and Mt Norquay Rd, Banff Alberta T0L 0C0 type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Rundlestone Lodge . Edit This The Pines is relaxed with a rundlestone and log bar. Tel: 1 403 760-6690 Address: 537 Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Siding 29 Games Café . Edit This Virtual golf, billiards, air hockey, pinball, and video games. Licensed. Tel: 1 403 762-0800 Address: Banff Springs Hotel type: general World66 rating: [rate it] Voyager Inn . Edit This Quiet and cozy Voyageur Lounge. Tel: 1 403 762-3301 Address: 555 Banff Ave type: general World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Things to do Edit This From fine cuisine, to indoor and outdoor adventures, to gorgeous and relaxing spas, there is always something to do as a family, as a couple or as individuals. Stroll along nature trails, hike into the backcountry or climb peaks made famous by early tourist/explorers. Venture into icy canyons, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride along a frozen lake-shore, or fly across the snow in a dog sled.