Private Signature Kananaskis Highlights Loop From Banff Canmore

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This loop is optimized for maximum variety, light walking, and photography, offering a one-day highlight reel of some of Kananaskis Country's most iconic landmarks.

See exactly why this world-class landscape was selected to host the 2025 G7 Summit as you discover a quieter side of the Canadian Rockies. Kananaskis Country offers a rugged, 'wilder' alternative to the neighbouring national parks: quieter trails, less development, and fewer crowds.

On this multi-stop tour we explore turquoise lakes, rapids & waterfalls, and the highest paved road in Canada, deviating from our usual hike-based Kananaskis itineraries to focus on a sequence of diverse, high-impact ecosystems. The ideal choice for those seeking a varied, 'best-of' mountain experience off the beaten track.

- Private experience with door-to-door service from Banff or Canmore (max 11 participants)
- Includes picnic lunch and refreshments on the go
- Easy to moderate hiking, suitable for most fitness levels

What's Included

Private, door-to-door transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch and refreshments including drinking water refills
National/Provincial Park passes and permits
Hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats (if winter conditions)
Local, certified guide
Any applicable pet fees
Participant travel insurance
Personal expenses (such as souvenirs or gifts), and any additional snacks, meals, or beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from, and drop you off at, the location of your choosing anywhere in Banff, Canmore, or Dead Man's Flats.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Grassi Lakes

    Our first stop stretches the legs on a gentle ascent to two crystal-clear, emerald pools nestled beneath a towering limestone canyon. The ideal introduction to the region’s unique geology and vibrant alpine colours. Trail length: 3.5km, with 150m elevation gain.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Spray Lakes & The Smith-Dorrien: We leave the pavement behind for the rugged and beautiful Highway 742 "backroad." This high-elevation gravel route is flanked by many trailheads and offers a true backcountry feel, with several lakeside photo opportunities. We'll stop for lunch at a day use area with a view along the Smith-Dorrien, or at Lower Kananaskis Lake.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    After lunch, we transition to the highest paved road in Canada. Quiet, winding, and spectacular, this drive offers 360-degree mountain views and is a prime corridor for wildlife sightings, including bighorn sheep and grizzly bears.

  • 4

    *According to group preference, we will EITHER stop at Wedge Pond, OR Widowmaker in the afternoon* A serene post-lunch stretch. Known for its mirror-like mountain reflections and golden larch trees in the autumn, the easy 1km loop trail here is a photographer’s favourite for its stillness and symmetry.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Our primary afternoon stop, featuring a 4-5km hike through a forested trail to the tiered cascades of Troll Falls – a local favourite and stunning destination year-round. Time and energy levels permitting, we have the option for a slower return through the open Hay Meadow, following the Kananaskis River through the valley.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    As we begin our descent toward the foothills, we stop at this expansive reservoir. The contrast between the turquoise water and the rugged front-range mountains provides a final, high-impact vista of the Kananaskis wilderness.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    *According to group preference, we will EITHER stop at Wedge Pond, OR Widowmaker in the afternoon* A brief stop at the Kananaskis River to see the rapids. A popular haunt for local kayakers, the flat trail along the riverbank offers a front-row seat to the rapids before we rejoin the highway for the return to Banff/Canmore.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Itinerary Note: exact routes, timings, and destinations may vary based on participant preferences, fitness levels, real-time mountain conditions, and safety.
Supplied by MOLARI Adventure Touring Co.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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