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Arts In Nature Trail – Bow River Trail loop from Banff

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Arts In Nature Trail – Bow River Trail loop from Banff

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Arts In Nature Trail – Bow River Trail loop from Banff

07:11

119km

940m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Banff National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.41 km

Arts In Nature Trail

Highlight • Trail

Banff's latest art show isn't in a gallery, it's on the Bow River. This is part of nature. Starting at Banff Park Museum along the Bow River Trail, across the …

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2.34 km

Bow River Trail

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Along the Bow River, from the train tracks to almost the Surprise Corner or the Bow Falls, there is a beautiful trail, the Bow River Sidewalk. To pause there are …

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3.00 km

Echo Creek

Lake

5.49 km

Vermilion Lake Viewpoint

Viewpoint

6.11 km

Vermilion Lakes

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful spot just outside of Banff. Great for bike rides, hikes, paddles, etc...

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10.2 km

Fireside Day Use Area

Highlight • Rest Area

This is the entrance to the Fireside Day Use Area and the trailhead to Cory Pass Trail and Bearspirit Trail.

Please note: From March 1st to June 25th, travel is …

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27.6 km

Johnston Canyon Entrance

Highlight • Canyon

Johnston Canyon is a true gem and also one of the most popular spots in Banff National Park. A foot trail leads along the shore of Johnston Creek deep into …

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55.6 km

View of Mountains and Railway in Banff National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

61.1 km

Lake Louise Village

Highlight • Settlement

Lake Louise Village offers amenities like restaurants, grocery stores, and lodging. It's also just a short ride to the shoreline of the iconic Lake Louise.

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89.8 km

Johnston Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

119 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

104 km

13.2 km

1.22 km

671 m

219 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

118 km

913 m

261 m

110 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,600 m)

Lowest point (1,380 m)

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Friday 3 July

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