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    The document provides information on 15 classic bike routes in Banff National Park, including route distances and descriptions. Routes range from easy riverside trails suitable for families to more challenging mountain bike singletrack routes. Key events are also summarized, such as the Bike Fest and RBC GranFondo races that occur in June and August respectively. Maps show the locations of the different routes throughout Banff and Lake Louise.

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    The document provides information on 15 classic bike routes in Banff National Park, including route distances and descriptions. Routes range from easy riverside trails suitable for families to more challenging mountain bike singletrack routes. Key events are also summarized, such as the Bike Fest and RBC GranFondo races that occur in June and August respectively. Maps show the locations of the different routes throughout Banff and Lake Louise.

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    Bow River Loop

    C lassic Bike E v en t s
    in t he Park

    11

    7.1 km loop
    STARTING POINTS: Lake Louise Campground
    or Bow River Bridge opposite Lake Louise train station
    This beautiful riverside trail is a short, easy ride that follows both
    sides of the Bow River. The Bow River Loop is ideal for families
    or beginner riders and can be shortened by cutting across any of
    the bridges along the way.

    Bike Fest
    June
    Five hundred cyclists from
    Western Canada and the US will
    participate in five competitive
    events and two family-friendly
    races. Youd be hard pressed to find
    a more spectacular setting!

    Ross Lake

    7.3 km one way


    STARTING POINT: Behind the
    Chateau Lake Louise staff residences

    RBC GranFondo Banff


    August
    RBC GranFondo Banff will see
    cyclists of all skill levels follow a
    beautifully scenic 142 km route
    around Canadas iconic Rocky
    Mountains, starting and finishing
    in the picturesque town of Banff.

    10

    Beginning in Lake Louise or Castle Junction, the Bow Valley


    Parkway winds its way through forest with open views of
    the Bow River and impressive peaks such as Mount Temple.
    This active wildlife corridor offers many interpretive exhibits,
    trailheads for hiking and picnic areas. Amenities are available
    at Castle Junction, Baker Creek, and in Lake Louise.

    To Golden

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    Icefields Parkway

    LAKE
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    Moraine Lake Road

    15 km one way
    STARTING POINT: Moraine Lake Road
    off Lake Louise Drive

    Icefields
    Parkway
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    Bow Valley
    Parkway
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    To Castle
    Junction
    & Banff

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    Climb your way up to Moraine Lake via Moraine Lake Road,


    which offers superb views of the famous Valley of the Ten
    Peaks. This road is best cycled early or late in the day when car
    traffic is lower.

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    30 km Lake Louise to Castle Junction


    STARTING POINTS:
    Castle Junction or Lake Louise

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    Bow Valley Parkway

    To Bow
    Summit

    12

    Rated one of the worlds great scenic highways by National


    Geographic, the Icefields Parkway is a journey through
    expansive mountain wilderness, ancient glaciers, sweeping
    valleys and mountain lakes of every shade of blue. Popular
    stops include Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake and Peyto Lake
    near Bow Summit. Multi-day options include continuing
    north towards the Columbia Icefield and Jasper. Amenities
    are available at historic Num-Ti-Jah Lodge.

    L A K E L OU ISE A R E A

    BIKING CLASSICS

    This singletrack trail begins near Lake Louise and takes you
    through sub-alpine forest to Ross Lake, a small lake nestled
    against an impressive rock wall in Yoho National Park. It is
    primarily an intermediate trail with a few short advanced
    sections, and can be ridden out and back again or as a loop when
    connected with the Great Divide.

    48 km, Lake Louise to Bow Summit


    STARTING POINT:
    Lake Louise Visitor Info Centre

    Visit BanffLakeLouise.com for more information


    on these and other events.

    L A K E L OU ISE A R E A

    Moraine Lake Highline

    9.3 km one way


    STARTING POINT: Small parking area
    on right, 2.5 km up Moraine Lake Road

    15

    Considered the best trail in the Lake Louise area, the Moraine
    Lake Highline is posed to test the skills of advanced riders.
    Though the trail begins with a demanding uphill climb, riders
    are later rewarded with incredible views of the Valley of the
    Ten Peaks and Moraine Lake.
    Important Note: The upper section of this trail is closed to all users
    in mid to late summer when buffalo berries (an important food
    source for bears) are ripe. Check in with the Lake Louise Visitor
    Centre for closure dates and important information.

    The Toe
    Banff National Park features some of Canadas most scenic
    roadways and trails, making it an exciting destination to
    explore on two wheels. The Biking CLASSICS featured in this
    guide will take you through beautiful sub-alpine forest, next to
    sparkling waters of glacier-fed lakes and under iconic peaks.
    While there are seemingly limitless options to enjoy, these
    rides are considered classics and not to be missed. Cyclists
    of all kinds, from those content to pedal along scenic roads
    to mountain enthusiasts eager to tackle a rocky, root-laden
    singletrack, will surely be inspired. Go out for a quick spin or
    pack up your panniers for a longer tour; theres a perfect bike
    ride awaiting you in Canadas flagship national park.

    For More Information

    Additional information on biking, bike rentals and


    other activities in Banff National Park can be found at
    BanffLakeLouise.com. For up to the minute road and trail
    conditions, visit our Visitor Information Centres in Banff
    or Lake Louise.

    7.9 km
    STARTING POINTS: Hoodoos Parking Lot
    or Tunnel Mountain Campground

    The Toe is a winding, narrow single-track that features


    exceptional views and an exhilarating mix of challenging and
    exposed technical terrain for intermediate and advanced riders.
    It offers a great extension to the Tunnel Bench Loop and can
    be ridden in any direction.

    Bow Falls Hoodoos Trail

    4.3 km one way


    STARTING POINTS: Hoodoos Parking Lot
    or Surprise Corner Parking Lot

    Important Note: Due to wildlife activity, bikes are not permitted


    on this trail between July 10 and September 15

    13.1 km loop
    STARTING POINTS: Cascade Ponds, Lake
    Minnewanka Day-use Area, or the Banff Legacy Trail

    B anff A R E A
    Easy

    Moderate
    Challenging

    10.7 km loop
    STARTING POINT: Central Park Parking
    Lot, west end of Buffalo Street

    Trail

    Tunnel Mountain Drive is an intermediate road biking option that


    contours the Sleeping Buffalo of Tunnel Mountain and offers
    great views due to its elevation. This ride can be accessed right from
    Buffalo Street in Banff before it begins to climb around the backside
    of Tunnel Mountain. To extend this outstanding ride further,
    connect with the Banff Legacy Trail or Lake Minnewanka Road.

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    Legacy
    Trail West

    OF BANFF

    Lake
    Minnewanka

    LAKE
    LOUISE

    Map not to scale and for general location only.


    Please visit our Visitor Information Centre
    for detailed maps and information.

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    Castle
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    To Radium
    Hot Springs

    TRANSCANANDA
    HIGHWAY

    Tunnel
    Mountain

    BANFF

    Two Jack
    Lake

    Johnson
    Lake Road

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    Tunnel
    Mountain

    Though some roads open up for cyclists earlier in the year,


    the road and mountain biking season in Banff National
    Park typically spans from May to October. Weather in the
    mountains is unpredictable even in summer, so be prepared
    with extra layers. Trail conditions can change at a moments
    notice due to snowfall, snowmelt and mud.

    Vegetation and Wildlife

    The beauty of the trails and roads featured in this guide is due
    to the fact that they are located in a national park. Please be
    respectful of the local inhabitants by keeping your distance
    from wildlife and avoiding riding over sensitive vegetation off
    the trail.

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    Mt Norquay

    To Golden

    Biking Season

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    Tunnel Mountain Drive

    M A P OF R EGION

    To Calgary

    If youre up for panoramic views and some fun hills, the Lake
    Minnewanka Road is a great option. This two-lane road is the
    gateway to many popular attractions, including Cascade Ponds,
    Bankhead, Two Jack Lake, Johnson Lake and, of course, Lake
    Minnewanka. Connect this ride with Tunnel Mountain Drive
    for a truly exhilarating route.

    For incredible views of Mount Rundle and the Bow River,


    take the Bow Falls Hoodoo Trail, which offers riders some
    challenging climbing and descending. This short singletrack
    can be ridden in both directions, but is best ridden from North
    to South. Connect this trail with the Tunnel Bench Loop for a
    longer ride.

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    Lake Minnewanka Road

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    C L A SSIC BIK ING IN


    B A N F F NAT IONA L PA R K

    One of Banff s most popular rides, the Tunnel Bench Loop


    contours the top of Tunnel Mountain and offers fantastic views
    of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain. Great for all levels,
    this entry-level singletrack can be ridden in either direction.
    Some vertical exposure provides a bit of excitement, which is
    easily averted by walking your bike. Extend your ride by linking
    this trail with The Toe or the Bow Falls Hoodoos Trail.

    Beginning in Banff, the Bow Valley Parkway winds its


    way through forest with open views of the Bow River and
    impressive peaks such as Castle Mountain. This active wildlife
    corridor offers many interpretive exhibits, trailheads for
    hiking, picnic areas and campgrounds. Amenities are available
    at Castle Junction, located mid-point between Lake Louise
    and Banff. The entire Bow Valley Parkway makes for an
    outstanding roundtrip from Banff.

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    5.7 km
    STARTING POINTS: Hoodoos Lookout
    Parking Lot or Tunnel Mountain Campground

    A local favourite, the Lake Minnewanka Trail skirts along the


    scenic shoreline of Banff National Parks largest lake. This narrow
    singletrack is punctuated by some technical sections that are sure
    to get your heart pumping.

    To Jasper

    Tunnel Bench Loop

    31 km Banff to Castle Junction


    STARTING POINTS: Trans-Canada Highway,
    5.5 km west of the Mt. Norquay overpass and Banff
    Legacy Trail (West), or mid-point from Castle Junction

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    From the Town of Banff, the Banff Legacy Trail provides


    cyclists with two options: heading East toward the Banff
    National Park gates, a route which parallels the TransCanada
    Highway and spectacular Mount Rundle, or heading West
    along Vermilion Lakes to link up with the Bow Valley Parkway.

    24.9 km one way


    STARTING POINT: Lake Minnewanka
    Day-use Area, kiosk at far end of Picnic Area

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    With 26 kilometres of paved trails and roadways, breathtaking


    views and picnic areas along the way, the Banff Legacy Trail is a
    superb option for families and cyclists of all levels of experience.

    Bow Valley Parkway

    ast

    STARTING POINTS: Valleyview Picnic Area, Cascade


    Ponds, Vermilion Lakes, East end of Banff Avenue

    Lake Minnewanka Trail

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    Banff National Park Pass

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    Banff Legacy Trail


    (East/West) 26 km

    Visitors are required to purchase a Park Pass for travel inside


    Banff National Park. Entry and service fees are charged at
    most National Parks and National Historic Sites in Canada
    and are use to support visitor services and facilities. Park
    Passes can be purchased at any of the park entry gates, Visitor
    Information Centres or online at parkpass.banfflakelouise.com

    To
    Calgary

    BanffLakeLouise.com

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