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Canadian Rockies Loop

Hey friend! You’re in for one of the most scenic drives on the planet. I’ve mapped this out so you aren't just staring at the pavement; we’ll hit the iconic turquoise lakes, some hidden hikes, and give you plenty of time to spot bears or elk without rushing. A 7-day immersion into the heart of the peaks, from the glaciers of Jasper to the cozy alpine vibes of Canmore.

7days
21stops
DAY01

Calgary International Airport… → Bow Falls

Overnight in Bow Falls
  1. 09:00
    Calgary International Airport (YYC)· start
  2. 11:30
    Banff Town Centre
  3. 14:30
    Mount Norquay Lookout
  4. 16:00
    Bow Falls· overnight
DAY02

Moraine Lake → Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Overnight in Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  1. 08:00
    Moraine Lake· start
  2. 13:00
    Lake Louise
  3. 17:00
    Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise· overnight
DAY03

Bow Lake → Mistaya Canyon

Overnight in Mistaya Canyon
  1. 09:30
    Bow Lake· start
  2. 11:30
    Peyto Lake
  3. 14:00
    Mistaya Canyon· overnight
DAY04

Columbia Icefield → Athabasca Falls

Overnight in Athabasca Falls
  1. 10:00
    Columbia Icefield· start
  2. 13:30
    Sunwapta Falls
  3. 16:00
    Athabasca Falls· overnight
DAY05

Maligne Canyon → Miette Hot Springs

Overnight in Miette Hot Springs
  1. 09:00
    Maligne Canyon· start
  2. 11:30
    Maligne Lake
  3. 16:00
    Miette Hot Springs· overnight
DAY06

Jasper Townsite → Canmore

Overnight in Canmore
  1. 09:00
    Jasper Townsite· start
  2. 12:00
    Waterfowl Lakes
  3. 16:30
    Canmore· overnight
DAY07

Grassi Lakes → Calgary International Airport…

  1. 09:00
    Grassi Lakes· start
  2. 12:00
    Quarry Lake Park
  3. 15:00
    Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Heads Up
  • Buy your Parks Canada Discovery Pass online ahead of time to skip the lines at the park gates.
  • Download offline maps—cell service is non-existent for most of the Icefields Parkway!