Cycling
Bike on the Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail, Banff National Park.
The Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail, also referred to as the Banff Legacy Trail, was built in honour of Banff National Park's 125th Anniversary. The trail welcomes visitors to explore the landscape for walking, cycling, hiking and picnics. The best time for a visit is from mid-April to mid-October.
Starting Point
Banff, AB
End Point
Canmore, AB
Length
22 km. Approx. 2- to 3-hour ride.
Difficulty Level
Easy
Surface Conditions
Multi-use paved trail.
Ride into Banff National Park, Alberta, on this family-friendly, scenic, 22-kilometre paved trail. Enjoy the breathtaking mountain views from the numerous lookout points as you share the trail with other cyclists and hikers. You can make it a round-trip ride or opt for convenient public transportation to take you back to your starting point with your bike. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the designated rest area located at the halfway mark.
While in the Banff area, don’t miss the scenic drive through the Canadian Rockies.
While in the Banff area, don’t miss the scenic drive through the Canadian Rockies.
Accommodations.
For a list of CAA Approved lodgings in the area, refer to the Western Canada TourBook® available to CAA Members at all CAA Stores.
Restaurants.
Enjoy some of our favourite local food and drink spots.
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Wild Flour Bakery Café
Banff, ON
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The Eddie Burger and Bar
Banff, ON
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Whitebark Cafe
Banff, ON
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The Bear Street Tavern
Banff, ON
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.
Banff, ON
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Elk & Oarsman Kitchen and Bar
Banff, ON
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Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar
Banff, ON
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Beamer’s Coffee Bar
Canmore, ON
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The Grizzly Paw Pub and Brewing Company
Canmore, ON
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Tapas Restaurant
Canmore, ON
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Elita Restaurant Canmore
Canmore, ON
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.
Canmore, ON
Additional information.
Banff-Canmore Public Transit Service takes you with your bike.
Banff Cycle and Rebound Cycle offer a full range of sizes of rental bikes in the Bow Valley area.
For more information about attractions, accommodations, restaurants and events in the area, refer to the Western Canada & Alaska TourBook® available to CAA Members at all CAA Stores.
Banff Cycle and Rebound Cycle offer a full range of sizes of rental bikes in the Bow Valley area.
For more information about attractions, accommodations, restaurants and events in the area, refer to the Western Canada & Alaska TourBook® available to CAA Members at all CAA Stores.
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