Walk on a frozen creek through Grotto Canyon, past unusual rock formations, ancient native rock art, and icefalls. Escorted by a specialist guide, this small-group tour offers an unforgettable personalized sightseeing experience!
Highlights
- Walk on a frozen creek through the Grotto Canyon
- Explore unusual rock formations, native rock art and icefalls
- Learn about the history and geology of the area from your knowledgeable guide
- Complimentary pickup and drop off from most Banff hotels
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Ice ClimbersWe got to watch the ice climbers at the end of the canyon.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
GuideOur guide explains the petroglyphs.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Grotto Canyon GroupOur tour group at the end of the canyon.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Grotto Canyon HikingTramping along Grotto Canyon.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
PetroglyphOne of the thousand year old petroglyphs.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
IceThe ice made cool patterns.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Kelly in CanyonWearing my warm mittens and hat.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Frozen TreeYou can kind of see the tree branch frozen under the ice.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
More IceMore cool ice patterns.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Grotto CanyonA shot of Grotto CanyonPhoto by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Kelly HidingHiding under the rocks at the canyon.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 02 2010 -
Useful Information
Slowly, after a short walk through the woods to the entrance, the canyon begins to close around you.
The history of the rock art, which is over a thousand years old, and the geology of the mountains are at your fingertips as the guides explain the mystery of the area. You might also have the unique opportunity to witness ice climbers scaling the frozen waterfalls.
- Return Distance: 2.6 miles (4.2 km)
- Elevation Gain: 330 feet (100 meters)
This tour is seasonal and only operates from December through to April
