Banff National Park
“Altitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure.”
Bob Bitchin
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.
Downloadable Banff Map
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.
Featured Banff Blogs
- 50+ Things to do in Banff in summer
- 30+ Things to do in Banff in winter
- How to travel Banff without a car & 50+ Banff hikes accessible via bus
- Best Hotels in Banff – Organized by Category
- How to get to Moraine Lake & Lake Louise with the new road closures
- Complete guide to the Icefields Parkway
- Step-by-step: Plan your trip to Banff
- Everything you need to know about living in Banff
Hiking & Backpacking Trails in Banff
Banff Ski Guides
- 6 Best Ski Resorts in Alberta, Canada
- Which Banff Ski Resort & Ski Pass is Best? A Full Review of SkiBig3
- What It’s Like to Work at Sunshine Village and the Banff Gondola & How to Find a Job in Banff
How to Live & Work in Banff
Must read: Everything You Need to Know About Living & Working in Banff
- 6 Resources You Must Know About Before Moving to Banff
- 8 Things You Can Expect In Banff National Park
- How To Live Sustainably In Banff & Canmore: A Waste-Free Guide