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18 Jul 2024 Blogs
Banff National Park has always been popular. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a top vacation destination around the world. In the last ten years, we have seen an increase in visitors to the park. It is estimated that over 4.5 millions people visit the park each year. With that comes some challenges, and one of the biggest is transportation. For many reason, mainly convenience, car is the main transport that people use. This causes traffic, parking issues, and more animal deaths on the road. In an effort to decrease the number of cars in the park, Park Canada and his partners are developing alternative options to visit the region. Here, we give you our best tips to travel Banff National Park.
Roam Public Transit services the Town of Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise and som popular Banff Attractions. Everyone traveling Banff National Park must plan ahead. Roam Public Transit can help you reach your destinations in the national park safely and efficiently.
We have more details about Roam Transit in our digital guidebook.
Many companies offer private tour of the park. Although it is more expensive, your get a lot for your money: relax during the drive, easier parking, enjoy the view, knowledgeable people that show you around, unique experiences.
For bus tours, visit Brewster.
For more personal experience, contact Laura at Canadian Rockies Experience.
Due to high demand, visiting Lake Louise and Moraine Lake requires planning. Parking lots fill up before sunrise and remain full until sunset. Taking transit or booking a Parks Canada shuttle is easy, stress-free and the only way to ensure you see these iconic lakes. Booking your shuttle in advance is required.Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round. Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June to mid-October. Exceptions will be made for visitors with valid parking placards. These are they only exception. No exceptions for pets, large group or others.
You will have to drive to Lake Louise ski resort and park there. Then you will get on the shuttle that will bring you to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. We highly recommend booking in advance. More details here: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise#parkscanadashuttles.
Roam Transit can take you to Lake Louise, but not Moraine Lake during the summer. They offer a route to Moraine Lake only in September and October.
Hiking to Moraine Lake (28-km round trip) is not recommended. While personal vehicle traffic is restricted along the Moraine Lake road, cyclists will encounter bus traffic. The road is narrow and has no shoulders. We recommend cyclists who wish to avoid traffic riding late in the day. Last shuttle from the lake is at 7h30, so no buses after that, but you may encounter private tour vehicle. From the turnoff at the 3 km mark of Lake Louise Drive, Moraine Lake Road climbs to spectacular views of Consolation Valley and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Bike racks are provided at Moraine Lake.
Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round. Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June to mid-October. Learn more.
Attempting to take your personal vehicle to the Lake Louise Lakeshore is not recommended.
Parking at the Lake Louise Lakeshore is extremely limited and finding a parking spot is challenging throughout the summer months. The lot is full before sunrise and vehicles are turned away when parking lot is full. There is no space to wait for a parking stall to become free. Booking a shuttle ticket in advance ensures you can access this popular destination without disappointment.
Paid parking is in effect at this location during the shuttle season. Visit fee page for pricing.
Traveling Banff National Park can be challenging. We hope that this article will help you plan ahead your visit.
18 Jul 2024 Blogs
Banff National Park has always been popular. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a top vacation destination around the world. In the last ten years, we have seen an increase in visitors to the park. It is estimated that over 4.5 millions people visit the park each year. With that comes some challenges, and one of the biggest is transportation. For many reason, mainly convenience, car is the main transport that people use. This causes traffic, parking issues, and more animal deaths on the road. In an effort to decrease the number of cars in the park, Park Canada and his partners are developing alternative options to visit the region. Here, we give you our best tips to travel Banff National Park.
Roam Public Transit services the Town of Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise and som popular Banff Attractions. Everyone traveling Banff National Park must plan ahead. Roam Public Transit can help you reach your destinations in the national park safely and efficiently.
We have more details about Roam Transit in our digital guidebook.
Many companies offer private tour of the park. Although it is more expensive, your get a lot for your money: relax during the drive, easier parking, enjoy the view, knowledgeable people that show you around, unique experiences.
For bus tours, visit Brewster.
For more personal experience, contact Laura at Canadian Rockies Experience.
Due to high demand, visiting Lake Louise and Moraine Lake requires planning. Parking lots fill up before sunrise and remain full until sunset. Taking transit or booking a Parks Canada shuttle is easy, stress-free and the only way to ensure you see these iconic lakes. Booking your shuttle in advance is required.Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round. Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June to mid-October. Exceptions will be made for visitors with valid parking placards. These are they only exception. No exceptions for pets, large group or others.
You will have to drive to Lake Louise ski resort and park there. Then you will get on the shuttle that will bring you to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. We highly recommend booking in advance. More details here: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise#parkscanadashuttles.
Roam Transit can take you to Lake Louise, but not Moraine Lake during the summer. They offer a route to Moraine Lake only in September and October.
Hiking to Moraine Lake (28-km round trip) is not recommended. While personal vehicle traffic is restricted along the Moraine Lake road, cyclists will encounter bus traffic. The road is narrow and has no shoulders. We recommend cyclists who wish to avoid traffic riding late in the day. Last shuttle from the lake is at 7h30, so no buses after that, but you may encounter private tour vehicle. From the turnoff at the 3 km mark of Lake Louise Drive, Moraine Lake Road climbs to spectacular views of Consolation Valley and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Bike racks are provided at Moraine Lake.
Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round. Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June to mid-October. Learn more.
Attempting to take your personal vehicle to the Lake Louise Lakeshore is not recommended.
Parking at the Lake Louise Lakeshore is extremely limited and finding a parking spot is challenging throughout the summer months. The lot is full before sunrise and vehicles are turned away when parking lot is full. There is no space to wait for a parking stall to become free. Booking a shuttle ticket in advance ensures you can access this popular destination without disappointment.
Paid parking is in effect at this location during the shuttle season. Visit fee page for pricing.
Traveling Banff National Park can be challenging. We hope that this article will help you plan ahead your visit.
