Johnston Canyon’s Magic: Traverse the gentle trails of Johnston Canyon, where autumn leaves crunch beneath your feet. Walk beside cascading waterfalls that are just beginning to take their frozen formations, and breathe in the crisp, mountain air.
Fall at Lake Louise: Be captivated by the tapestry of autumn colours & snow-capped peaks reflecting on the neon blue waters of the legendary Lake Louise. From gentle lakeside strolls to moments of reflection in its pristine surroundings, it’s a scene straight out of a postcard.
Emerald Lake’s Serene Beauty: Dive deep into nature’s splendour at Emerald Lake. With its vibrant blue-green waters set against a backdrop of golden larch trees, it’s a photographer’s dream and a traveller’s delight.
Wildlife Wonders: Our journey through Banff National Park’s backroads offers unrivalled opportunities to spot its enchanting inhabitants amidst the fall colours.
Banff Train Station, 327 Railway Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A1, Canada
Park in the free parking lot. Please meet our guide at the front of the Banff Train Station building and allow an extra 5 minutes for parking and walking to the meet point. For select hotel pick-ups in Banff & Lake Louise please contact Radventures before booking.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Discover the breathtaking splendor of Banff National Park's premier winter walk at Johnston Canyon! Upon arrival, your expert local guide will provide you with ice cleats/crampons and (optional) hiking poles, regaling you with fascinating tales and trivia as you journey along the gentle path towards the Lower Falls. This trek takes about 30 minutes, covering a distance of 1.2 km with an elevation gain of 50m. Upon reaching the Lower Falls, you can either return to the trailhead or venture further to the Upper Falls, which adds another 30 minutes and 1.3 km to the trek. There, you'll be spellbound by the most magnificent waterfalls in the canyon. The complete round trip to the Upper Falls spans 2 hours, 5.0 km, with an elevation gain of 120m, suitable for those of average fitness.
Duration: 2 hours
Lake Louise has been drawing in visitors to the Canadian Rockies for over a century, and for good reason. This famous alpine lake in Banff National Park is an unbelievable turquoise blue colour, fed by glacier melt and set to a backdrop of Mount Victoria and hanging glaciers. As our guest on this small group tour, you’ll not only get guaranteed & expedited entry to the stunning Lake Louise, saving you the stress of waiting in long lines for crowded buses or trying to get a parking spot, but also a tailored itinerary from your expert local guide based on your preferences. Don't get fooled into a shorter stop! At Lake Louise, you will be able to explore the lakeside trails, explore the Chateau Lake Louise or simply hang out under a tree and watch the world go by! Your expert local guide will be on hand to give you all the information you need and show you where our local secret spots are, perfect for photos and away from the crowds.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
It’s pretty easy to figure out where Emerald Lake gets its name. If the colour of the lake isn't enough to move you, the surrounding landscape certainly will! The President Range mountains surround the lake and form a natural amphitheater of the grandest scale with towering peaks and forested banks. As our guest on this small group tour, you’ll get guaranteed & expedited entry right to the shoreline of the lake. Here, you will have time to explore the lakeside trails or simply hang out under a tree and watch the world go by!
Duration: 45 minutes
On Radventures full day epic guided adventures, our expert local guides like to throw in a surprise or two along the way to really make our guests day! On this tour, we guarantee visiting Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise & Emerald Lake and experiencing the beauty of the Bow Valley Parkway at a minimum. In between or before/after these stops, your guides will utilize all their local experience and knowledge of the weather, how to avoid big bus schedules & recent wildlife sightings to make a secret stop or two.
Duration: 4 hours
Banff, Alberta
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