Banff National Park

Welcome to Banff

Hi, I’m Taylor and I live in the beautiful Banff National Park.

As such, every Banff post you find on theholisticbackpacker.com is “locally sourced” and based off years of personal research and time spent playing in the mountains here.

There’s plenty to see in Banff like the famous Moraine Lake & lake Louise, however my Banff blogs go outside “mainstream Banff” and showcase the lesser known areas and attractions of the park.

On this page you’ll find all my favourite hiking trails, backcountry camping areas, tips for living & working in town, travel guides, and so much more.

I’ve lived in Banff for years and I’ve now compiled everything I know about the park in this 600+ pin map which I made to help you explore Banff like a local.

The map outlines:

• 100+ hiking trails and backcountry campgrounds
• Every hotel, cabin, and restaurant in the park with ratings, reviews, and booking links
• Unique activities, photo-ops, and blue alpine lakes
• Transit hubs, planning resources, and parking maps

plus plenty of local hidden gems & insider travel tips!

Each pin comes equipped with photos, a description, booking links, and complete guides – designed with the intention of minimizing pre-travel research before your next trip to Banff.

25+ Epic Lake Louise Hikes

20+ Easy Hikes in Banff

Lake Louise Circuit Hike

Jasper National Park

Kananaskis Country

Yoho National Park