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    Tunnel Mountain Trail

    624 Reviews
    #4 of 91 things to do in Banff
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    lower trailhead on St. Julien Road, near the Banff Centre | upper trailhead on Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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    “Tunnel Mtn Trail - Great Views”

    On a clear day with a couple hours to spare this is a great hike for birdseye views of the greater... read more

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    Michelle H
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    Charlotte, North Carolina
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    “Great morning hike”

    Tunnel Mountain didn't disappoint. It wasn't too busy on the way up (around 9am) but there were a... read more

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    danniedee21
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    Toronto, Canada
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    lower trailhead on St. Julien Road, near the Banff Centre | upper trailhead on Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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    Tunnel Mtn Trail - Great Views

    On a clear day with a couple hours to spare this is a great hike for birdseye views of the greater Banff area. Switchbacks and well maintained trail make for a pleasant hike for various skill levels with numerous lookouts on the climb with great...More

    Thank Michelle H
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Great morning hike

    Tunnel Mountain didn't disappoint. It wasn't too busy on the way up (around 9am) but there were a lot of people on their way up when I was descending. Easy hike with some switchbacks, amazing 360 degree views on the way up.

    Thank danniedee21
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Good views and workout

    The trail starts on St Julien Rd. and ascends all the way up to Tunnel Mountain summit. Good views of the city and surroundings. Tip: the trail is packed with tourists, so come early and bring water and hiking shoes, it's a long way up.

    Thank nasuella
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    First hike of our trip, it's right in town.

    Our first hike, easy to access because it's right in town. The path was OK, lot's of gravel and lot's of switchbacks. We thought the trail could've been better maintained. The views are nice, especially of the Bow River but, we learned, there were much...More

    Thank capngrey
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Not particularly stimulating

    Did this as a s short walk to kill some time. Not that strenuous, nor particularly rewarding when you consider what is on offer just outside of town.

    Thank alannsarah
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    good intermediate hike

    This is a fun hike to do. It does have an incline but the views are very nice and it is close to town.

    Thank kknwv
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice

    We walked this trail while in Banff. It took us about an hour and fifteen minutes to get to the top. We took some breaks along the way due to the altitude but it was worth the trip. Make sure you wear hiking shoes as...More

    Thank cjj1956
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Great intermediate hike

    I took my 8 and 9 year olds up the trail (starting at the midpoint trail head) and to be honest wasn't sure if they could do it five minutes in. But they hit theri stride and frankly outpaced many adults on the path. Its...More

    Thank Oilerman
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
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    My husband and I did this hike on a hot and smokey morning. The trail is not super long but there is an incline to it. It gets pretty steep at parts and because of the smoke, the air quality wasn’t great. We found this...More

    1  Thank Jvalliant
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Evening wall

    Go up the tunnel mount trail to enjoy spectacular views over Banff. The trail is well marked and can be classified as moderate, do pay heed to warnings over environment regeneration and dealing with wild life.

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    May 8, 2018|
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    Response from BenLar137 | Reviewed this property |
    This is a great family trail. The trail is well built and maintained, with an easy slope. We've seen people of all ages manage it. Also, it is very popular, so you will likely always have people about. And the views are a... More
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    March 14, 2018|
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    Response from BenLar137 | Reviewed this property |
    For Tunnel Mountain Trail, the likelihood of a bear encounter is low, not impossible, but low. We have bear spray always with us, but always rely on our own noise (chatter, and just calling out frequently) to alert all... More
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    Micheal W
    January 3, 2018|
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    Response from Micky G | Reviewed this property |
    Hi It depends on the weather. Assuming there is no snow- it is possible. But I can't say it is going to be easy. Enjoy it
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