This is well worth a visit, beautiful walk up the river on walkways which enable you to see closely the waterfalls and geology of the canyon. There was no charge for this wonderful experience.

We like to hike so we jumped at this opportunity. We were not disappointed. A walkway is somehow engineered right into the rock face of the river which allows you to literally walk right over the rapids. How they built it, I can't really say because it is an engineering/construction marvel. At the end of the walkway, we made it... More

If you are ready for a good hike and the most beautiful scenery, don't miss this! The canyon is huge and makes you feel small, but the beauty is unsurpassed. Huge rock cliffs, plenty of forest and many waterfalls (at least 7 I think). The "trail" is all constructed wooden paths. All up-hill going (but a pretty easy hike) and... More

A must do stop. The walk through the canyon is at the lower level for the first part so you are at times on a metal catwalk with railings over the canyon. Arriving at the first falls, don't hesitate to enter the cave opening to the right, it brings you to a ledge with a railing facing the falls, for... More

This is a must do if your in the area. The trail is easy and the canyon is very interesting to say the least. Mother nature at its best, words really can't describe how interesting the canyon is, plan at least an hour here.

One of the most awesome places in all the park. A wonderful path leads you past rapids and silt laden rushing water up to a magnificent cave. Beware going through because it leads to a powerful waterfall directly in front of you. Needless to say, you get bait wet. The kids will love it but for us old folks, getting... More

Most of the path is built in wood with a bannister. But it can be slippery in winter. You have two choice: the short run (about 45 minutes two-way) or the long run (sorry I didn't do the long run!). The view is amazing, but in peak time, it can be a lot of people here.

Took the kids (youngest 11 years) up to the lower falls. The conditions were very cold and still lots of ice around (late April). The path was almost entirely hard-packed ice, and was very slippery. Luckily for us the girl at the tourist office in Banff recommended we get the ice spikes that just fit onto the outside of your... More

We try to go to Johnston Canyon at least twice a year. It is beautiful, and lots of places to take amazing pictures. However, you would think that the extremely icy trails could be better maintained throughout Apr/May. It would really only take a little salt/rocks in a few places to make the hike a million times easier for everyone.... More