Your guide to enjoying everything that Banff National Park has to offer in the Summer and Fall! With Banff being an hour drive away from Calgary, I spend as many weekends as I can in Banff National Park. 

This guide includes my favourite outdoor activities, restaurants, and shopping in Banff National Park. If you find this guide helpful, tips are always welcome and appreciated :)

Banff, AB, Canada

Banff National Park, Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada

Alberta, Canada

The Mountains are Calling: Banff National Park

2 amazingly beautiful places, only 5 hours apart! We couldn't miss the opportunity to see both Glacier National Park and Banff National Park on our trip out west. 

This 8-day itinerary (including travel days) allows you to see the highlights of both. Realistically, we could have spent a month in Banff and not run out of things to do. Now we have a great feel for the area and will definitely be back again! This trip was taken the last week of August into the first week of September. 

Glacier National Park, Montana, USA

Canmore, AB, Canada

West Glacier, MT, USA

Ultimate 8-day adventure to Glacier National Park & Banff

Day 1-3 Vancouver
Day 4-6 Jasper National Park and Icefields Parkway
Day 7-10 Moraine Lake, Lake Louise and Banff National Park

Icefields Parkway, Jasper, AB, Canada

Lake Louise, AB, Canada

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Moraine Lake, Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada

Jasper National Park Of Canada, Jasper, AB, Canada

Canada

Road trip in the Canadian Rockies

This Ultimate Banff/Jasper/Yoho Guide is from hours and hours of research from my first visit back in the fall of 2021. We learned a lot and I tweaked some things on this itinerary versus our original one. The best part is I am going back this September again so I should have a lot more to add after that trip! This guide is best for the summer and fall months in the Banff area. We camped almost our whole first trip, but this guide has options for camping and hotels. 

Let me know if you have any questions about this guide, my trip, or anything else at my Instagram @adventurewithanna_ 

Yoho National Park, Field, BC, Canada

Jasper, AB, Canada

The Ultimate Banff Road Trip Itinerary 

Banff is one of the most popular areas to visit in Alberta, Canada, ESPECIALLY in the summer. Although this is true, you will not regret visiting in winter, Banff’s off season. Winter in Banff is absolutely magical.

6-Day Banff Itinerary in Winter

Looking for the best way to spend 5 days in Banff? Look no further! In this itinerary you will find the best spots to stay, restaurants to go to, and easy hikes to take while enjoying the wonders of the Canadian Rockies! 
Included is also a check list of what to bring so you can be fully prepared for your trip. 

5 Summer Days in Banff National Park

Embark on an unforgettable road trip through the breathtaking landscapes of Banff National Park to Jasper National Park, a journey that promises awe-inspiring vistas and natural wonders. As you navigate the scenic Icefields Parkway, you'll be surrounded by towering mountain peaks, turquoise lakes, and glaciers. Witness the iconic beauty of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, framed by majestic peaks, before venturing northward to the rugged charm of Jasper National Park. Along the way, encounter diverse wildlife, including elk and bears, and be captivated by the serene beauty of Athabasca Falls. This road trip is a celebration of Canada's pristine wilderness, offering an immersive experience in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

Jasper National Park, Jasper, AB, Canada

Columbia Icefield, Improvement District No. 12, AB, Canada

Emerald Lake, Columbia-Shuswap, BC, Canada

Jasper National Park Icefield Information Centre and Glacier Gallery, Alberta 93, Jasper, AB, Canada

Columbia Icefield Skywalk, Icefields Parkway, Improvement District No. 12, AB, Canada

Vermilion Lakes, Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada

Banff to Jasper National Park Road Trip

Full itinerary of my 5 day winter trip to Banff National Park. My best advice: dress as warm as possible!

Banff in January🇨🇦❄️

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant

Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant is great if you're looking for a variety of options! 

The restaurant is incorporated into the brewery and they serve a wide selection of beer to accompany their fantastic dishes. This is a great place for beer and non-beer drinkers alike. 

My favourite meals include

🍽️ Crispy Fried Wings
🍽️ Big Kahuna Pizza
🍽️ Cheese Waffle Fries 

The Three Bears Brewery was another stop along our trip that we stumbled across while exploring town. While they are famous for their beers, we opted for a light lunch and the Elk & Kale Pizza was phenomenal and I don't even like vegetables!  

Complete with a stargazing retractable roof, beer garden, 25-foot pine tree and forest critters, this restaurant will make you feel like you're dining outdoors

Three Bears Brewery and Restaurant

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