Welcome to one of the most precious, protected places in the world. A visit here offers the chance to experience the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains and glacier-fed lakes, wildlife at its wildest …

The official website of the Town of Banff. We are a municipality located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Get tools and resources to help you buy or rent a home in the Town of Banff. We have lots of information for landlords, renters and details from the Community Housing Strategy.

The Town of Banff is located inside Banff National Park, Canada’s first and the world’s third national park, established in 1885. The park itself is 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles); 96 percent …

Banff National Park, established in 1885, is Canada’s oldest national park. Parks Canada sets guidelines to preserve the natural beauty and ecological history of this region.

Banff has a rich and vibrant cultural and natural history, recognized globally by the United Nations, which designated the area of the Canadian Rockies as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.

The following trails are within walking distance of the Banff townsite. Download a Trails Map (PDF) or check out a detailed description of each trail below. While you're on the trails, use Walking Through …

Hiking: Find a great hiking trail and explore Banff National Park. Didn't find what you're looking for? Find out about more activities from Banff Lake Louise Tourism. Book guided adventures such as carriage …

Purchase a day pass to Banff National Park or a Discovery Pass, which provides entry into more than 100 national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites across Canada.

Oct 11, 2025 · When smoke is visible in Banff, it may be from wildfires hundreds of kilometres away or from closer wildfires in Alberta or British Columbia. To determine the likely source of smoke from …