Parker Ridge | C'est Notre Monde
Parker Ridge, a walk between ice and mountains
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 6.6 km
- Ascent
- 350 m
- Descent
- 350 m
Hiking in Banff National Park
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Hiking Routes in Banff National Park
Owen Creek to Pinto Lake
A challenging start to an epic multi-day adventure that is sure to test your resilience.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
Pharoah Peak
A steep, direct climb to one of the most amazing summits in Banff National Park.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 767 m
- Descent
- 768 m
Caldron Peak
A fantastic day hike with picturesque lakes and stunning glaciers.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
Mount Jimmy Simpson
The perfect day hike to avoid the crowds and experience the very best of the Icefields Parkway.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Wonder Pass To Mt Shark
A long hike out via a magnificent viewpoint that you will be talking about for years to come.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 29 km
- Ascent
- 683 m
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Sunshine Village to Porcupine Campground
A stunning day above the treeline with beautiful meadows and alpine lakes.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 985 m
- Descent
- 858 m
Mount Temple: Southwest Ridge
The easiest route on Mount Temple, an 11,000er in Banff National Park.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
Hiking Guidebooks in Banff National Park
7 routes · Hiking
Hike the 8 Best Trails in Alberta’s Beautiful Lake Louise
6 routes · Hiking
7 Best Hikes for Families near Lake Louise, Alberta
5 routes · Hiking
Long Day Hikes to Ditch the Crowds in Jasper National Park
5 routes · Hiking
6 Long Day Hikes to Ditch the Crowds in Banff NP
6 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
Introduction to Scrambling in Banff National Park
4 routes · Hiking
5 Days on the Brazeau Loop in Jasper NP
10 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking · Trail Running
Classic Canadian Alpine Climbs & Scrambles
3 routes · Hiking