Banff National Park

Alberta

Located 130 kilometers west of Calgary, Banff National Park is the most visited tourist attraction in the province of Alberta and perhaps the most impressive national park in Canada. The area encompasses some spectacular mountain scenery, major ski resorts, beautiful lakes, and the tourist town of Banff. Wildlife is abundant here, with grizzly bears, black bears, wolves, caribou, and elk, many of which are frequently sighted along the main highway through the park.

Hiking is one of the main summer activities in Banff and there are many frontcountry and backcountry trails to choose from. However, many people explore the park from the comfort of their car, stopping at the numerous roadside lookouts that offer impressive views over the mountains, lakes, and glaciers.