Welcome to Banff National Park!
Banff National Park - Canada's first national park - 1 1/2 hrs drive west of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
From Banff's humble beginnings as a 26 square kilometre hot springs reserve, Banff National Park now consists of 6,641 square kilometres of unparalleled mountain scenery nestled in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies.
Each year, millions of visitors come to Banff to marvel at the emerald waters of Lake Louise, walk amongst the flower-filled heavens at Sunshine Meadows, and drive beneath the towering jagged peaks lining the Icefields Parkway. Snow-capped peaks, glistening glaciers and sweeping vistas are just one part of the allure of Banff National Park.
You can enjoy all the comforts of home in the town of Banff and the village of Lake Louise, or step out into the wilderness and the home of some of North America's wildest creatures, including grizzly bears, caribou and wolves.
Do you want to relocate or buy a second home in Banff National Park? Know how to become an “eligible resident”.
Editor's Choice
The Rocky Mountain Grotto: Privacy, Elegance, and Your Own Private Sauna! Nipika Mountain Resort - Canadian Rockies eco resort dream. Johnston Canyon Resort - Banffs charming cabins. Your Banff vacation experience will come alive here. GyPSy Guide is the independent travelers dream to exploring the Canadian Rockies Canadian Rockies rail tours delivers adventure.Banff National Park Feature Picks
Free Rockies Golf Guide!
Click here for FREE Canadian Rockies Vacation Planner!
Click here for free brochures.
Transportation, Airport Shuttles and Sightseeing Tours.
Free Golf the Rockies Guide! Golf Packages by Golf Canada's West.
Hike and bike The Rockies! Corporate team building programs as well.
Banff’s BEST Rocky Mountain view hotel. Boutique guest rooms and suites.
Near the shores of Lake Louise, book our luxury cabins and spacious suites.
Your trip concierge for adventures to Vancouver, Victoria, Banff and Lake Louise.
Banff Photography
by Photo Editor John E. Marriott
Banff Photography
Featuring images from Banff and Lake Louise by Banff professional photographer John E. Marriott.
Banff Photography Blog
Tips, locations and favourites! Up-to-date information on photographing wildlife and scenery in Banff.
Other Banff Photography Links
Wedding, corporate and nature photographers.
Banff National Park Featured Articles
Five great towns near Banff National Park
by: BanffNationalPark.com Editor
BANFF, Alberta - Having the great fortune to travel throughout the Canadian Rockies, there are five towns within reasonable distance of one another that I’ve found to be perfect destinations. If you only have a limited time in the Rockies, these towns are ideal for enjoying at least a week in the mountains.
Mountain biking in Banff National Park
by: BanffNationalPark.com Editor
BANFF, Alberta - One of the best things to do in Banff is to rent a mountain bike and explore the many beautiful surrounding areas. Here at BanffNationalPark.com, we have some great rides to recommend, all of which are not too demanding, even for the newly initiated rider.
Rafting the Rockies and the Kicking Horse
by: Michelle Kadison
What could be better for you travel adventurers than booking a whitewater rafting trip in some of the most exciting waters this side of heaven? The Canadian Rockies almost begs rafters to come and enjoy water that gushes through astounding canyons to bring you a vacation travel you'll remember for the rest of your life.
The Park Ranger
Stay in Canmore to save on hotels and lodging
Canmore, Alberta is a great place to go to save a few dollars on lodging. It’s only 20 minutes from Banff and you have to pass by it on the way from Calgary.
Canmore has hotels and Inns from the cheap to the upscale. (The Ranger is a man who looks for deals, except for when [...]
Whitewater raft the Kicking Horse near Banff
Backcountry trips in Banff National Park
The Naughty Otter
Where to shop in Banff for souvenirs
When I travel, I like to bring home gifts that are unique to the country I’m visiting. I try to pick-up things locals buy too, not just tacky key chains or t-shirts. If you also like to hunt for authentic keepsakes, try the following stores:
The Bear and the Butterfly (214 Banff Ave) On top of [...]
Timely trail updates, animal sightings, and weather reports
Stop for lunch at The Bison for Rocky Mountain food and flair