National Park · Canada
Banff National Park
Banff National Park is a national park in Canada, covering 1,641,024 acres (664,100 ha), established in 1885.
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Canada |
| Area | 1,641,024 acres (664,100 ha) |
| Established | 1885 |
| Highest point | Mount Assiniboine — 3,618 m (11,870 ft) |
| Coordinates | 51.1667° N, 115.5500° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Banff National Park
Banff National Park is Canada's first national park, established in 1885 as Rocky Mountains Park. Located in Alberta's Rocky Mountains, 110–180 kilometres (68–112 mi) west of Calgary, Banff encompasses 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 sq mi) of mountainous terrain, with many glaciers and ice fields, dense coniferous forest, and alpine landscapes. It is bordered by Jasper National Park to the north, Yoho National Park and Kootenay National Park to the west in British Columbia, and Kananaskis Country to the southeast. The main commercial centre of the park is the town of Banff, in the Bow River valley.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
June to September — best for hiking and sightseeing; December to March for skiing
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Banff, Alberta, Canada |
|---|---|
| Getting there | 110-180 km west of Calgary |
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | Yes |
|---|---|
| Lodges | Hotels and lodges in the town of Banff, inside the park |
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Airports near this park
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- Calgary International Airport (YYC) · Calgary, Canada · 66.8 miles away
Parks nearby
More parks in Canada
Frequently asked questions
Where is Banff National Park?
Banff National Park is in Canada (51.1667° N, 115.5500° W).
When was Banff National Park established?
Banff National Park was established in 1885, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Banff National Park?
Banff National Park covers 1,641,024 acres (664,100 ha).
What is the highest point in Banff National Park?
The highest point is Mount Assiniboine, at 3,618 metres (11,870 ft).
When is the best time to visit Banff National Park?
June to September — best for hiking and sightseeing; December to March for skiing.
Does Banff National Park have campgrounds?
Yes — Banff National Park has campgrounds.
How do I get to Banff National Park?
The nearest town is Banff, Alberta, Canada. 110-180 km west of Calgary.
Sources
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q41858 — Wikidata (CC0) — name, country, coordinates, area, established year, highest point where stated.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banff_National_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.banfflakelouise.com/blog/plan-your-trip-best-time-to-visit-banff-lake-louise — Best time to visit, as stated by the source.