Photo Credit: Sean Byrne @byrnephotography
There isn’t really anywhere to stop on your drive, but be sure to have a peak into Cascade Ponds, Lake Minnewanka, Two-Jack or Johnson Lake! Get off at the first exit, instead of Mount Norquay.
- Start in Canmore, AB.
- Get onto Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W:
– If you’re starting from the central area of Canmore, head east on Bow Valley Trail/AB-1A E towards 8th St.
– Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W ramp to Banff.
- Merge with Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W.
- Continue on Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W for approximately 25-30 km.
- Take the Banff/Lake Minnewanka exit off of Trans-Canada Hwy.
- Merge onto Banff Ave.
- Continue into the town of Banff. Banff Ave is the main street in town, so you can follow this straight into the heart of Banff.
Banff is only about a 20-30 minute drive from Canmore, but it’s always a good idea to check current road conditions, especially during winter months, and ensure you have the most up-to-date directions before starting your journey. Safe travels!
