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Banff Avenue – Goat Creek Trail loop from Canmore

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Alberta

Banff Avenue – Goat Creek Trail loop from Canmore

Moderate

4.3

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Banff Avenue – Goat Creek Trail loop from Canmore

04:02

53.3km

700m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 46.4 km for 57 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.9 km

View of Mount Rundle from Banff Legacy Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

23.1 km

Banff

Highlight • Settlement

The construction of the transcontinental railroad by the CPR was instrumental in the development of Banff. The railway facilitated the access of tourists to the region, which promoted the construction of hotels and other tourist infrastructure.

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23.4 km

Banff Avenue

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Banff Avenue is the lively main street in the town of Banff, known for its shops, restaurants, and galleries. It offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and is the hub of activity for tourists and locals alike. On Banff Avenue, you can find a variety of souvenir shops, clothing boutiques, cozy cafes, and restaurants offering everything from fast food to fine dining. It is an ideal starting point for exploring Banff National Park, with easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and visiting nearby lakes.

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24.1 km

Banff Park Administration Building

Highlight • Monument

The building houses the park's administrative offices, where various activities related to conservation, visitor management, and preservation of the natural environment are managed and coordinated. In addition to its administrative function, the building often serves as a historical and architectural landmark within the park.

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35.9 km

Spray River and bridge

Highlight • River

A sturdy wooden bridge spans over the Spray River which is a tributary of the Bow River. Take a moment and enjoy the view towards Mount Rundle and the lush pine forest.

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36.1 km

Goat Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a beautiful, gravel trail running alongside the Rundle Mountain Range from Canmore to Banff. A relatively easy ride, this trail is shared by hikers and bikers and offers stunning alpine views.

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39.4 km

Along Goat Creek

Highlight • Trail

Here, a scenic trail winds along rushing Goat Creek and takes you into idyllic pine forest and over wooden bridges: the Goat Creek Trail. It is part of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and stretches between Smith-Dorrien/Spray Lakes Trail and the town of Banff.

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45.7 km

Whitemans Pond

Lake

50.1 km

View of the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just a short walk from Spray Lakes Road, you’ll reach a rocky shoreline with open views toward Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, where ski and biking trails wind across the lower slopes. From here, you can clearly see how the park sits beneath the rugged front ranges of the Rockies.

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51.6 km

Canmore Engine Bridge

Viewpoint

53.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.0 km

20.2 km

3.00 km

2.44 km

1.08 km

738 m

Surfaces

27.4 km

20.0 km

4.25 km

986 m

716 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,700 m)

Lowest point (1,310 m)

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Friday 8 May

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View of Mount Rundle from Banff Legacy Trail

Banff

Banff Avenue

Banff Park Administration Building

Spray River and bridge

Goat Creek Trail

Along Goat Creek

View of the Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

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