Tunnel Mountain Trail

I.D. No. 9 (Banff)

Tunnel Mountain Trail

I.D. No. 9 (Banff)

Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada

Highlights

Just a stone's throw from downtown Banff, this easy 2.2 km trail offers spectacular mountain views and a perfect picnic spot at the summit.

Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada Get directions

@afar

"Tunnel Mountain's trailhead is located right in downtown Banff, so you'll probably be able to set out on this hike directly from your hotel! This relatively easy trek allows you to conquer your first peak in the Canadian Rockies by climbing just 300 meters (950 feet) over 2.2 kilometers (1.4 miles). The well-maintained path switchbacks gently through a forested area before reaching a rocky, open alpine slope. Gaining the rounded summit offers spectacular views of the north ridge of Mount Rundle, downtown Banff, and a panoramic stretch of the Bow Valley. The hike should take two to three hours up and back. (Notice any tunnels along the path that may account for the name? Nope. A railroad tunnel was proposed but never built, but the moniker stuck anyway.)"

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Karla McNally

Google

The perfect trail for an amateur hiker. It is pretty easy with the most phenomenal pay off on the way up. The vistas look like they are painted backdrops to a movie set, a must do hike for any visit to Banff... Good for all ages if you take your time.

Raul Herrera

Google

One of our best hikes so far - the elevation was just right (267 as per the All Trails app), and at the peak we had the best view of Banff (both in the golf side and then the town side). The full length of the trail is about 2.4 km, but today we started on the upper end of the hike so we were only able to cover the last 2 kilometers hike (one way). Once at the top, there is a very good place where you can just sit down and relax (we were able to eat our packed sandwiches). While eating and relaxing, we also had a very nice view of Banff (town side). TIP : The parking lots tends to get full so make sure to arrive at the trail as early as possible.

DR T

Google

Straightforward and fairly easy trail, great views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

Josh “Mitch M” Hartmann

Google

Nice trail for all abilities. Busy during peak times but a nice walk

Nashe S

Google

The beginning was a little steep but it got easier. The view was worth it in the end. 🏔

rochelle kostenuk

Google

Perfect weather for a short hike. Packed snow so microspikes were helpful.

Stanislav K.

Google

Moderate, must have trail. Highly recommended.

Jegook Lee

Google

Beautiful view.

Karla McNally

Google

Raul Herrera

Google

DR T

Google

Straightforward and fairly easy trail, great views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

Josh “Mitch M” Hartmann

Google

Nice trail for all abilities. Busy during peak times but a nice walk

Nashe S

Google

The beginning was a little steep but it got easier. The view was worth it in the end. 🏔

rochelle kostenuk

Google

Perfect weather for a short hike. Packed snow so microspikes were helpful.

Stanislav K.

Google

Moderate, must have trail. Highly recommended.

Jegook Lee

Google

Beautiful view.

@afar

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Karla McNally

Google

Raul Herrera

Google

DR T

Google

Straightforward and fairly easy trail, great views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

Josh “Mitch M” Hartmann

Google

Nice trail for all abilities. Busy during peak times but a nice walk

Nashe S

Google

The beginning was a little steep but it got easier. The view was worth it in the end. 🏔

rochelle kostenuk

Google

Perfect weather for a short hike. Packed snow so microspikes were helpful.

Stanislav K.

Google

Moderate, must have trail. Highly recommended.

Jegook Lee

Google

Beautiful view.

Karla McNally

Google

Raul Herrera

Google

DR T

Google

Straightforward and fairly easy trail, great views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

Josh “Mitch M” Hartmann

Google

Nice trail for all abilities. Busy during peak times but a nice walk

Nashe S

Google

The beginning was a little steep but it got easier. The view was worth it in the end. 🏔

rochelle kostenuk

Google

Perfect weather for a short hike. Packed snow so microspikes were helpful.

Stanislav K.

Google

Moderate, must have trail. Highly recommended.

Jegook Lee

Google

Beautiful view.