PEAKHOUSE HIKE BANFF 2025

Itinerary

• Dates: July 10-15, 2025

• Location: Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada

• Accommodation: Lodging in Banff or Lake Louise

• Transport: Rental vehicles for group travel

• Focus: Iconic hikes, glacial lakes, and unique outdoor experiences

• Bonus Activities: Canoeing on Lake Louise, Banff Gondola

Day 1: Calgary Morning & Tunnel Mountain Warm-Up Hike (July 10th)

• (Optional) Early Morning Run: Join us for an early-bird 4-mile run in downtown Calgary before the city wakes up!

• Morning Exploration & Breakfast: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at a popular Calgary café like OEB Breakfast Co. or Alforno Bakery before heading to the mountains.

• Join carpools & Drive to Banff: Depart for Banff (1.5-hour drive).

• Tunnel Mountain Hike (2.7 miles, 875 ft gain): A great introduction to hiking in Banff, this short but rewarding trail leads to a summit with panoramic views over the town of Banff, the Bow River, and surrounding peaks.

Day 2: Sentinel Pass via Larch Valley (July 11th)

• Breakfast: Fuel up before heading to Moraine Lake.

• Hike – Sentinel Pass via Larch Valley (7.5 miles, 2,500 ft gain): One of Banff’s most breathtaking hikes, this trail winds through golden larch forests before ascending to Sentinel Pass. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views over towering peaks and rugged valleys. Partial or full hike itineraries available.

• Optional Après Drinks: Celebrate the hike at Banff Ave Brewing Co.

Day 3: Canoeing & Lake Exploration (July 12th)

• All of the day 3 activities are optional and allow you to pick your own adventure!

• Breakfast: Start the day with a relaxed morning meal before heading to Lake Louise.

• Morning Canoeing on Lake Louise (Optional): What’s better than seeing the iconic turquoise waters of Lake Louise? Experiencing them from a canoe! Paddle beneath towering peaks and Victoria Glacier, soaking in one of the most breathtaking scenes in the Canadian Rockies. Canoes are available for rental, or you can relax along the lake’s shore.

• Lunch Break at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Optional): Enjoy a meal with lakefront views at one of the Chateau’s scenic dining spots.

• Afternoon Moraine Lake Exploration (Optional): Visit the world-famous Moraine Lake, nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Take a short walk up the Rockpile Trail for postcard-perfect views or rent a canoe for another stunning paddling experience.

• Relaxation at Banff Upper Hot Springs (Optional): Unwind in natural hot mineral pools with spectacular mountain views—perfect for rejuvenating before the next day’s big hike.

Day 4: Plain of Six Glaciers Hike & Banff Gondola (July 13th)

• Breakfast: Start the day with a hearty meal before another legendary hike.

• Hike Plain of Six Glaciers & Glacier Viewpoint (9 miles, 1,600 ft gain): This incredible hike from Lake Louise takes you deep into the mountains, offering up-close views of glaciers, towering cliffs, and breathtaking alpine scenery. Midway through, stop at the remote Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse for homemade treats before continuing to the awe-inspiring glacier viewpoint. 

• Optional Lunch at the Teahouse: Enjoy fresh scones and tea in a historic alpine setting.

• Optional Final Dinner at a Local Restaurant: Enjoy a meal at Sky Bistro with stunning mountain views.

Day 5: Johnston Canyon & Departure (July 14th)

• Morning Hike – Johnston Canyon & Ink Pots (7.3 miles, 1,200 ft gain): A scenic trail featuring waterfalls, deep canyon walls, and turquoise pools. Extend the hike to the Ink Pots, a stunning collection of mineral springs in an open alpine meadow. Partial or full hike itineraries available.

• Breakfast & Check-Out: One final meal before heading to Calgary.

• Departure: Drive to Calgary International Airport (YYC) for afternoon flights.

​Pricing

• ​Shared room: $995 $895 Early-Bird Pricing Until April 30, 2025

• ​NOTE: $100 discount for rental car drivers & Payment plans available

• Spaces are limited, so if you’re interested, sign up below!