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We recommend using traction devices such as micro spikes for winter hiking in Banff National Park and Kananaskis Country.

Winter Traction Devices – Advice from a Canadian

Winter is quite possibly the most beautiful season in Banff National Park. Every winter, a blanket of snow and ice transforms the landscape into a winter wonderland with breathtaking snow-covered peaks and frozen lakes. However, this beauty comes with its challenges, especially when it comes to outdoor recreation. This is where winter traction devices come in handy.

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Dan Brewer, of the Travel Banff Canada blog, goes hiking with his dog in the Canadian Rockies.

Visiting Banff with a Dog

Banff National Park is a world-renowned outdoor playground, filled with amazing scenery and plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. If you love spending time outdoors, you’ll love visiting Banff with a dog!

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Sarrail Ridge Hike - Kananaskis

What to Wear Hiking in Banff National Park

Banff National Park is home to some of the best hiking in the world. The rugged landscapes of the Canadian Rockies are incredibly beautiful and are a joy to explore on foot. As you plan your trip, you are probably wondering what to wear hiking in Banff National Park. Not to worry, I’ve got you covered in this post.

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an experienced hiker enjoys view of Lake O'Hara from a challenging hiking trail

What to Bring Hiking in Banff

Banff National Park is a world-famous mountain playground, home to outstanding hiking for all skill levels. There is a huge variety in landscapes, elevation, weather and difficulty levels of the hikes in the national park, so you may be wondering what to bring hiking in Banff?

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Find the Best Time to Visit Banff National Park

Banff National Park, nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, is a nature lover’s playground. While the stunning mountain landscapes don’t change, the weather and seasons in Banff National Park can have a big impact on your trip. Finding the best time to visit Banff National Park for your ideal trip requires an overview of what to expect in each of the seasons and each of the months in Banff.

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Best Apps to use for travel to Banff National Park.

Top 15 Apps for Visiting Banff National Park

While exploring in Banff National Park, you’ll be in awe of the beauty of this area. The rugged mountains, clear blue lakes and wildlife is what keeps people coming back year after year. You’re going to love exploring this region of Canada. But before you arrive, you can come even more prepared by downloading our top recommended apps for visiting Banff National Park.

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Ten Peaks from Larch Valley hike in Banff

A 5 Day Banff Itinerary for Hikers

Banff National Park is one of the most beautiful hiking destinations in the world. Encompassing 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of stunning Canadian Rocky Mountain landscape, a hiking trip to Banff should be on every hiker’s bucket list. With such a rugged mountain landscape, there are endless hikes to enjoy.

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Valley of Five Lakes hike.

A Perfect Banff and Jasper Itinerary: Exploring the Canadian Rockies in 7 Days

What will you see when you visit the Canadian Rockies? You can expect towering peaks, blue glacial lakes and the opportunity to spot wildlife. The ruggedness of this area is what makes it so special. We’ll share with you how to create the perfect Banff and Jasper Itinerary. In this 7-day Banff and Jasper itinerary, you’ll hit all the must-see spots in these two national parks, with some options to explore a little further.

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Lake Louise Gondola in early October with larch trees.

Visiting Banff in October: What You NEED To Know

Banff in October is what I would call a transition month. The month typically starts out with some pleasant fall weather then October in Banff can change quickly to what feels a lot more like winter. Don’t let this deter you from visiting Banff in October, it’s more to prepare you for anything so you have the best visit to Banff National Park!

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