Johnston Canyon Banff

Johnston Canyon

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(2.6K) · Hiking area in Banff, Canada
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Scenic wooded canyon with trails for hiking and biking.

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4.6/5 · 2,626 reviews
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Mar 28, 2025
A classic outing if you visit Banff. If you visit in winter or snow, requires snow boots or very good traction shoes as pathway covered in snow or ice. Breathtaking scenery, sometimes crowded with …Full review by DanaLosAngeles
Mar 4, 2025
Wow!! I've seen Johnsons Canyon in the summer and it is beautiful but you need to see it in the winter too. It is gorgeous and less crowded. Ice cleats are a must.Full review by Paula H
Feb 26, 2025
One of the highlights of our time in Banff. So unique in winter with the frozen water falls. We had a guide an great 20-30 min walk to the lower falls each way. Photos tell the story.Full review by GrantWaus
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Going in mid June. What time would we have to get there to find parking and beat the crowds?
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We had no issues. I think it was full when we first tried. We went a few mins down to see another falls on my plans, then came back and was able to park. It all depends on people …
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We had no issues. I think it was full when we first tried. We went a few mins down to see another falls on my plans, then came back and was able to park. It all depends on people parked there if they are doing the shorter walk to first fall or continuing on to the top. Highly recommend going all the way to the top.
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Hi! We are planning to visit in August. How long is the hike to the lower falls round trip? Planning to arrive early before 7 AM.
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Ack …you said round trip…so 1 1/2 hours + -
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