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Johnston Canyon Icewalk

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Canada, Alberta, Banff
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  • 4 hours
  • Banff
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Water cascades into this narrow canyon in the heat of summer, but in the winter the thundering falls freeze solid to create natural ice sculptures. Johnston Canyon is one of the most popular attractions in Banff National Park and has a network of steel catwalks built into the canyon walls that allows you to walk right along this cathedral of ice with airy views into the gorge below.

As you do, you’ll get to wander through a natural cave to gaze down at the flowering waters of the lower falls. Continue onto the awe-inducing upper falls - a glittering tower of ice that rise 30 metres above your head. These gigantic pillars of ice are the tour highlight and ice climbers can often be seen scaling the frozen columns.

This popular guided icewalk will lead you past the lower falls and on to view the breathtaking upper icefalls from the upper deck. You will also travel through prime wildlife habitat to reach the falls and learn the clues to how Johnston Canyon was formed.

Itinerary

This popular walk will lead you past the lower falls and to the breathtaking upper icefalls. You'll hike on steel walkways built into the canyon walls and get an airy view of the canyon below.

What to expect:
• Walking Time: 2 - 2.5 hours
• Return Distance: 3.4 miles (5.4 kilometers)
• Elevation Gain: 443 feet (135 meters)

Stop At:

• Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Ice cleats
  • Hiking pole
  • Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate
  • Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)

Exclusions
  • Optional gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Minimum age is 8 years. All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by someone 18 years and older.
  • All adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18.
  • Guests should dress in ski wear for this trip including hats, mittens, and warm boots. A detailed list of items to wear and bring is provided on your voucher.
  • A moderate level of fitness is recommended to ensure that you enjoy the tour.
  • Please note that this tour stays on the trail and does not traverse the ice due to safety concerns.
  • Group bookings of 9 or more guests have a 7 day cancellation period.
  • In accordance with our Cold Weather Policy, if safety conditions deteriorate, we may cancel the tour, offering guests the option to receive a refund or reschedule for another date or time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Mount Royal Hotel, 138 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A7, Canada


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

Becky_M

28 Mar, 2024

The canyon is beautiful! The hike is a perfect length for exercise, but not too intense. Ice spikes were definitely needed

Bob_H

22 Mar, 2024

Our tour guide was the best! Very knowledgeable, and extremely professional and accommodating! The canyon was beautiful!

Susan_P

21 Mar, 2024

Emma was a great guide. Loved that everything was provided: pick up, drive to Canyon, cleats, hiking pole, hot chocolate, cookies, drop off. Emma was very informative and patient. Good pace for all.

Katrina_L

21 Mar, 2024

Absolutely amazing experience. Our guide was lovely, funny, knowledgeable and patient. Canyon is a beautiful place.

candace978

18 Mar, 2024

Roz was a fantastic guide! We had six people on the hike and she chatted with all of us - was well prepared and made sure we were all taken care of. Great historical information about Johnston Canyon!

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A fantastic hike at Johnston Canyon by Ros!

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Beautiful, peaceful, worth the effort

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Loved it. Highly recommend

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Make a killing!! If I had all this ice in Texas!!

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Great tour! Highly recommend

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A must-do tour when in Banff!!

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Not to be missed

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Beautiful winter falls!

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Banff Johnston Canyon Ice Walk

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10/10 Recommend!

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Beautiful hike in Johnson Canyon

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Best tour ever

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Amazing Experience!!!

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Must Do Experience in Banff

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Amazing Experience

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November visit to Banff

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Ice canyon serenity

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Beautiful

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To Hell and Back would be easier.

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Better than expected

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Spectacular Spring Hike

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Johnston Canyon Icewalk was Great

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Dream like experience

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Beautiful views of the frozen upper falls!

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