Adventure Trips
Adventure Trips in the Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies pack glacier walks, turquoise-lake canoeing, alpine hiking, white-water rafting, gondola rides, and wildlife viewing into one stretch of mountains, spread across Banff and Jasper National Parks and the BC ranges to the west. This guide covers the adventure destinations Canmore Travel reaches, what each one is known for, and how the transportation works, so you spend your day on the adventure instead of the logistics.
How Canmore Travel fits in: We provide private shuttle transportation to adventure destinations across Banff National Park and beyond. We do not organize, guide, or sell activities. We get you to your destination from convenient pickup locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff.
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Adventure Trip Destinations
Canmore Travel provides transportation to all of the destinations below. The adventures themselves are self-directed or booked with the local operator; we get you there and back. Destinations are grouped by zone to help you plan a route.
Banff & Bow Valley
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
Icefields Parkway
Jasper
British Columbia
Banff and Bow Valley
From Canmore townsite west to Banff and up to the Sunshine Village access road. Most of these are 20 to 60 minutes from Canmore by private shuttle.
A vibrant mountain town at the centre of the park. Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, see Bow Falls, soak in the Banff Upper Hot Springs, and wander the shops and cafes downtown.
Banff National Park
Banff: The Heart of the Rockies
A lively town known for its trail network and arts scene. Scenic hikes, rock climbing, and cozy local eateries make it a natural starting point for a Rockies adventure.
Bow Valley corridor
Canmore: Gateway to Adventure
Catwalks built into the canyon walls lead to the Lower and Upper Falls, with the Ink Pots beyond. In winter the frozen falls become an ice-walk destination.
Banff National Park
Johnston Canyon: A Hiker's Paradise
The largest lake in Banff National Park. Scenic boat cruises, kayaking, paddleboarding, and lakeshore trails, with strong odds of spotting deer, elk, and the occasional bear.
Banff National Park
Lake Minnewanka: A Majestic Mountain Lake
A quiet lake with classic views of Mount Rundle. A calm spot to paddle, picnic, and unwind away from the busier sites.
Banff National Park
Two Jack Lake: A Tranquil Retreat
Skiing and snowboarding in winter, sightseeing and via ferrata climbing in summer, with a chairlift to panoramic Banff views. Family-friendly year-round.
Banff National Park
Norquay: Fun for All Seasons
The 1988 Olympic alpine venue in Kananaskis Country. Skiing and snowboarding for all levels in winter; hiking and mountain biking in summer.
Kananaskis Country
Nakiska: Winter Wonderland
High-alpine terrain reached by gondola, with summer hiking through wildflower meadows and world-class winter skiing and snowboarding.
Banff National Park
Sunshine Village: High-Alpine Adventures
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
The two most-photographed lakes in Banff National Park. Private vehicles are restricted or eliminated entirely, so a private shuttle is the most reliable way to reach both in peak season.
Turquoise water beneath a glacier and the Fairmont Chateau. Canoe the lake, hike to the Lake Agnes Tea House, or simply take in one of the most famous views in Canada.
Banff National Park
Lake Louise: Iconic Beauty
A glacially fed lake ringed by ten peaks. Climb the Rockpile for the iconic view, paddle the still water, or set out toward Larch Valley. The vivid blue is unforgettable.
Banff National Park
Moraine Lake: A Photographer's Dream
Icefields Parkway
The 230km highway between Banff and Jasper, with three of the most dramatic roadside stops in Canada. All three are stops on the Canmore Travel Columbia Icefield route.
A calm alpine lake with a lakeshore walk toward Crowfoot Glacier and reflections of the surrounding peaks. A peaceful stop for photography or a picnic.
Icefields Parkway
Bow Lake: A Serene Alpine Gem
Famous for its vibrant turquoise colour and wolf-head shape, best seen from the Bow Summit lookout. A short climb delivers one of the most photographed panoramas in the Rockies.
Icefields Parkway
Peyto Lake: A Turquoise Wonder
Ride the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier, walk on ancient ice, and take in the Glacier Skywalk over the valley below.
Icefields Parkway
Columbia Glacier Icefield: A Walk on the Ice
Jasper
Jasper National Park is the largest park in the Canadian Rockies. Canmore Travel reaches Jasper via the Icefields Parkway, a full-day journey with stops en route.
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for wildlife and wide-open wilderness. Cruise Maligne Lake toward Spirit Island, hike Maligne Canyon, and watch for elk, moose, and bears.
Jasper National Park
Jasper: Untamed Wilderness
British Columbia
Destinations within transfer range of Canmore, spanning the Columbia Valley, the Kootenays, and the ranges west of the divide.
White-water rafting on the Kicking Horse River and a gondola to the Eagle's Eye, the highest restaurant in Canada, with views over the Columbia Valley.
British Columbia
Golden: Thrills and Scenic Beauty
Big-mountain terrain with a famous gondola to the summit and rafting on the Kicking Horse River. Breathtaking Rockies views from the top.
British Columbia
Kicking Horse: Adrenaline-Pumping Adventures
Skiing and a round at Greywolf Golf Course against an alpine backdrop, then a soak in the Panorama hot pools to finish the day.
British Columbia
Panorama: Mountain Adventures and Relaxation
On the shores of Lake Windermere. Paddleboarding, swimming, and nearby hot springs, with a scenic Columbia Valley drive to reach it.
British Columbia
Invermere: Lakeside Relaxation and Adventure
Skiing, mountain biking, and hiking at Revelstoke Mountain Resort by season, plus a charming historic downtown.
British Columbia
Revelstoke: Adventure Capital of the Rockies
A town ringed by rugged peaks, with world-class mountain biking and forest hiking, and a historic downtown for craft beer and local food.
British Columbia
Fernie: A Hidden Gem in the Rockies
Ready for Your Adventure?
We offer pickups from convenient locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff. Your guide knows the area well. Ask them which adventures fits your group the best.
Note: We provide the transportation. The adventure itself is yours to choose.
