Day 1
Calgary
- Calgary
- Banff
Camp
Tunnel Mountain CampgroundBest base camp for Banff
Close to town
Open most of the summer season
Ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain or Boardwalk views over Banff and the Bow Valley
1. Kananaskis Country
- Start your trip here before Banff crowds.
- Short hike: Troll Falls
- Scenic lakes: Barrier Lake and Upper Kananaskis Lake
2. Canmore
- Coffee + supplies stop
- Walk along the Bow River
- Photo stop at Three Sisters Viewpoint
3. Banff National Park
- Explore Banff Avenue
- Lake Minnewanka scenic drive
Day 2
Banff
- Banff
- Lake Louise
Camp
Lake Louise CampgroundForest setting along the Bow River
Close to trails and the lake
Showers, fire pits, and campground facilities available
Drive the Bow Valley Parkway between Banff and Lake Louise for wildlife and viewpoints.
Sunrise
Moraine Lake
- One of the most famous lakes in Canada
- Hike Rockpile Trail for the classic view
Mid-day
Lake Louise
Things to do:
- Canoe on the lake
- Hike Lake Agnes Tea House
- Walk to Fairview Lookout
Day 3
Lake Louise
- Lake Louise
- Revelstoke
Camp
Williamson Lake CampgroundSunset paddle on Williamson Lake
Campfire
Optional: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort gondola
Morning stop
Takakkaw Falls
- One of Canada’s tallest waterfalls
- Easy walk from parking
Scenic stop
Emerald Lake
- Turquoise lake
- 5 km loop hike around the shoreline
Day 4
Revelstoke
- Revelstoke
Camp
Stay second night at Williamson Lake or backcountry camping.
Visit the Skytrek Adventure Park
Morning
Mount Revelstoke National Park
Drive the Meadows in the Sky Parkway:
- Summit views
- Short alpine hikes
Hikes
- Eva Lake Trail
- Giant Cedars Boardwalk
Day 5
Calgary
- Revelstoke
- Calgary
Optional extra stops: Johnston Canyon or Castle Mountain Viewpoint
Stop
Return through Yoho National Park
Visit:
Natural Bridge
Lunch stop
Back at Lake Louise
