Johnston Canyon Icewalk: Experience Natural Ice Sculptures in Banff National Park

Experience the natural beauty of Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park. Walk along steel catwalks to marvel at frozen waterfalls and towering ice sculptures. Don’t miss this popular guided icewalk!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Johnston Canyon - 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:

ullet Walking Time: 2 - 2.5 hours

ullet Return Distance: 3.4 miles (5.4 kilometers)

ullet Elevation Gain: 443 feet (135 meters)

What's Included
  • Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate
  • Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)
  • Professional guide
  • Ice cleats
  • Hiking pole
What's Not Included
  • Optional gratuities
Additional Information

Johnston Canyon, a renowned focal point in Banff National Park, offers a fascinating spectacle of natural ice formations in winter when its powerful waterfalls freeze into statuesque structures. Throughout the sun-drenched summer, the confined canyon elegantly channels wafts of water. A system of metal platforms affixed to the canyon’s faces, allows…

Location
Mount Royal Hotel
Banff Avenue
All guests must wait at the public bus parking located behind the Mount Royal Hotel at 138 Banff Ave. You must be ready at the pick up point at least 20 minutes prior to the tour start time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Girlfrom_oz101
Jun 8, 2024
5 Stars - Visited in January 2023 and did a tour with Discover Banff Tours nearly every day of my trip, once twice in a day. Snowshoeing to Paint Pots, Discover Banff and its Wildlife, Johnston Canyon Day and Night, Lake Louise Snowshoe, Grotto Canyon and Marble Canyon with guides Kelsey, Rye, Tim, Anaki, Rob and Tyler. Could not recommend more highly, this was my second Winter trip to Banff and second time seeing everything with DBT and felt safe, welcomed and in good hands despite some treacherous weather and road conditions. All the guides were inclusive, engaging, had amazing knowledge of the area despite not being locals and I wouldn’t experience Banff with any other company. 100/10.
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Katie_d
Apr 12, 2024
The most beautiful Hike of your life! - Probably the most beautiful hike I have ever been on! Stunning views the whole way and an very enjoyable walk. Lovely to have a break for some hot chocolate and a cookie!
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Alexandra_b
Apr 11, 2024
Challenging but rewarding! - This trek was amazing! I definitely wouldn't have walked this trail without a guide. It was very icy (as advertised!) and the ice cleats were crucial to the experience. Our guide was very knowledgable about the area and the geology. This is not a beginner hike! Be prepared to slip
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Brian_e
Apr 9, 2024
Walking the rail! - Neil was solid. He was knowledgeable and spent time speaking to everyone connecting and making the trip fun.
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Rachel
Apr 7, 2024
Spring hike - We went on a morning walk to the falls. Our guide Jeff was wonderful! Educated us of the wildlife, safety and the canyon itself. Answered all of our questions. Had a treat of maple cookies and hot chocolate at the top. Also we were supplied ice cleats for our hike. I do highly recommend this company tour.
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Sherpa58914767083
Mar 31, 2024
Perfect experience - The staff was so kind and he explained many information about forests. And he took the pictures of us so well!! Thank you! 友達と一緒に行きました!ガイドの方がとても優しくて写真を綺麗に撮れるスポットを教えてくれて、写真も撮ってくれました!とても撮るのが上手でした。山の情報もたくさん教えてくれてとても楽しい時間でした!
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Becky_m
Mar 28, 2024
Beautiful! - The canyon is beautiful! The hike is a perfect length for exercise, but not too intense. Ice spikes were definitely needed
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Bob_h
Mar 22, 2024
Experience cannot be told must be seen. - Our tour guide was the best! Very knowledgeable, and extremely professional and accommodating! The canyon was beautiful!
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Susan_p
Mar 21, 2024
Great Banff Experience - 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.
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Katrina_l
Mar 21, 2024
Fantastic adventure - Absolutely amazing experience. Our guide was lovely, funny, knowledgeable and patient. Canyon is a beautiful place.
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