The Best and Easiest Walk in Banff by Chris Smith April 18, 2022 written by Chris Smith April 18, 2022 0 comment 0FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail 645 Banff National Park, Alberta contains over 1,500 km of trails for you to discover more than any other national park in the world. You canโt possible see them all on one vacation (unless you had some sort of 5 year vacation). But you can at least get out and get a taste of Banffโs hiking trail wonders. Hereโs the raw data on a couple great trails to get you started. Now, this is not the best time of the season to be taking walks and hikes around Banff. Though there are no bears around, the temperatures are lower than a hyenas self esteem and the path slippier than a politician. Awful similes aside, it is just too hard to pass up the opportunity for a walk when the nature that surrounds you is so vibrant and beautiful. Ideally throw some spiked shoes on, bring a good map of Banff and a cell phone just in case. Take your pick from the hikes of Banff. Yesterday I donned my warmest thermals and conquered the beautiful Stewart Canyon. The sights of Banff are too much to turn down at any time. Make no mistake about it, this is an easy trail. The round trip should take no longer than 2 hours and at this time of year, it is perfect because there arenโt many slopes. The trail starts from the recreational area by Minnewanka Lake. During the summer, you can have a picnic and sit down on the benches. If you were to attempt that now, the only thing you could eat would be frozenness and thatโs not even a real word. From here, the track passes onto a wooded dirt track showing great views of a frozen lake that is usually a gorgeous turquoise colour. Eventually the trail gets a bit rockier and heads over a bridge on the Cascade River, reaching a fork on the far side. The route to the right leads down into a river gully where usually you can hop around the boulders like a schoolboy but probably not recommended while icy. The canyon itself is named after George Stewart, the first superintendent of Canadaโs first national park. Returning is as easy as following your footsteps in the snow and getting back to the warmth of your car at Minnewanka car park. As I said, it is hard to turn down the nature of Banff at any time of year. Well it is equally hard to turn down a warm whiskey after a walk like this one in one of Banffโs fine drinking establishments! You can enjoy all the comforts of home in the town of Banff or step out into the wilderness and the home of some of North America’s wildest creatures and fantastic scenery. 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Chris Smith Chris Smith is the proud owner of Golf Canadaโs West, a company that specializes in providing top-notch golf vacation packages in some of the most scenic destinations in western Canada. With his passion for golf and love for the outdoors, Chris has created a business that caters to golf enthusiasts who seek adventure and stunning views. Originally from Quebec, Chris moved to Alberta in the early 2000s, where he fell in love with the Rocky Mountains and the world-class golf courses that are nestled among them. Chrisโs passion for golf and his love for the mountains are evident in every aspect of the business. He takes pride in showcasing the natural beauty of the region and creating a memorable golf vacation for each of his clients. previous post A First Timers Guide to Banff National Park next post Tunnel Mountain – A Canadian Rockies Starter Hike You may also like Why Itโs Important to Take Breaks While Hiking... September 7, 2023 Mist Mountain Hot Springs: Where Nature Meets Relaxation March 24, 2023 Hiking the Columbia Icefields: Full Day Trips Proving... January 26, 2023 Hiking Lake Agnes and the Plain of the... December 12, 2022 Hiking the Incredible Iceline Trail in Yoho National... November 16, 2022 Pigeon Mountain Hike – How To Do It... October 15, 2022 The 11 Best Canmore Hiking & Walking Trails May 13, 2022 Four Easy Walks and Hikes That Make Banff... April 27, 2022 Tunnel Mountain – A Canadian Rockies Starter Hike April 18, 2022 Hikes of the Canadian Rockies โ Sunshine Meadows April 14, 2022