Icefields Parkway
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Good Views / Viewpoint,
Off-the-Beaten Path,
National Park
The Icefields Parkway is a legendary stretch of Highway 93. Running for 230 km (142.5-mile), the route links Lake Louise in the south with Jasper in the north.
The scenic route runs through both Banff and Jasper national parks, traversing the Canadian Rockies. It also runs near the Columbia Icefield, hence the route’s name.
Along the route you’ll see snowcapped mountains, glaciers, alpine forests, vistas that go on forever and, perhaps, some of the local wildlife.
Latest Reviews
Review by Kashmira P, July 2012
Doing what: Columbia Icefield Tour from Banff
Excellent trip. Friendly, knowledgeable guides. A very pleasant experience. Would contact Viator in the future.
Review by Jacqueline W, September 2011
Doing what: Columbia Icefield Tour from Banff
It was excellent.
The driver was friendly and gave lots of interesting information and was helpful all day.
It was as enjoyable as interesting. Thankyou.
Review by Michelle T, November 2010
Doing what: Columbia Icefield Tour from Banff
You need to purchase a Parks Permit day pass to drive along the Icefields Parkway, either from Lake Louise, Jasper or Banff.
Driving or organized tours is the best way to experience this legendary touring route.
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