With over 1,600 kilometers (1,100 miles) of maintained trails, Banff National Park is a hiker’s dream. Whether you wish to breathe the fresh air around the glaciers in the alpine or watch the sunset on a riverside stroll — Banff has you covered. And if you’re in the mood for a pleasant ridge hike with some fantastic views, there’s no better place to go than Sulphur Mountain. The mountain, named after two sulfurous hot springs located on its lower slopes, will knock your socks off with amazing panoramic views of the town of Banff, the Bow Valley, and a grand total of six different mountain ranges. Thanks to some beautiful greenery and fascinating indigenous wildlife, you’ll truly feel at one with nature here.
Enjoy a stunning 360 panorama of the surrounding mountains
A rich variety of terrain will keep you on your toes
Learn about the history of Banff, one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations
Explore the subalpine and alpine terrain of Sulphur Mountain and the Sundance range of Banff! Enjoy a scenic gondola ride to the start of the trek, and get ready to trek through subalpine forests, limestone slabs and high mountain scree slopes with views of the Sundance range, the high peaks of Lake Louise and the Assiniboine area. Not an experienced hiker? Don’t worry, an ACMG-certified guide will make sure your hike goes safely and without a hitch.
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travellers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.
We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Sulphur Mountain, Alberta, please refer to Alberta’s official COVID-19 info website.
Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!
What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
The best thing about hiking in Sulphur Mountain is that there are incredible options for all skill levels. For beginner hikes, if you can walk for four to six hours with little elevation gain, you are good to go! Intermediate hikes will see a little more change in elevation and hikes will start to increase in length, hiking anywhere between four to eight miles. Advanced hikes are full-day treks with steep descents and challenging switchbacks. Keep in mind, the weather in summer can be very hot and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and prices:
Hiking in Sulphur Mountain can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Sulphur Mountain, most people fly into Calgary International Airport 1.5 hours away. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle to Banff.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop in Banff or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.
