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Where is Banff National Park?

Posted on October 7, 2011February 13, 2014 by K. Gordon

CALGARY, ALBERTA – Canada – The oldest national park in Canada is Banff National Park. Established way back in 1885 within the Rocky Mountains, Banff is positioned 110 to 180 kilometres west of Alberta province’s Calgary.

The area is home to more than 6,000 square kilometres of glaciers, mountainous terrain, alpine landscapes, dense coniferous forests and ice fields. The town of Banff is located in Banff National park along Trans-Canada Highway.



The community of Banff is Canada’s second highest elevation after Lake Louise and is surrounded by Sulphur Mountain, Mount Rundle, Cascade Mountain and Mount Norquay. It is also the country’s most popular destination for tourists because of its stunning mountain scenery and hot springs. It is also a favorite amongst outdoor enthusiasts as it offers activities such as skiing, biking and hiking.

If you want to know more of what to see, do and enjoy in the Canadian Rockies, go to Canadian Rockies now.

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