Highlight (Segment) • Canyon
Sundance Canyon
Hiking
4.8
(31)
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Andrus
October 22, 2025
undance Canyon offers an easy escape into nature with a mix of paved pathway and scenic canyon trail. To access the canyon you start along the Bow River before climbing into a narrow gorge filled with waterfalls, mossy rock walls, and lush forest. The paved section to the canyon is perfect for kids, while the short loop inside the canyon might be tough for the really little ones. It’s a great half-day outing for families or anyone seeking a peaceful hike close to town
Philipp Leberer
September 30, 2019
Hiking
Beautiful little canyon close to Banff
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Distance 605 m
Uphill 20 m
Downhill 0 m
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