- The list below includes 19 free or cheap things to do in or near Banff National Park, Alberta, including 20 different types of inexpensive activities like Lake, Canyon, Waterfalls and Scenic Drives.
- From Icefields Parkway to Moraine Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Banff National Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Banff, Canmore and Cochrane.
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Located on 160 acres of land, Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is a non-profit organization. Guests learn about wolves and wolf dogs, feed the animals as well as adoption of a wolf dog.
27.0 Miles
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104 votes
Kootenay Highway 93, Kootenay National Park, British Columbia
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Guests of Marble Canyon will have the opportunity to go hiking and travel across different bridges which span the area's gorge. Picnic areas are available for guests that would like to spot the location's mountain bluebirds.
28.4 Miles
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Moraine Lake
Moraine Lake Rd. off Great Divide Hwy., Lake Louise, Alberta
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Smaller than Lake Louise, Moraine Lake has a fame all its own: in 1969 and 1979, the view of the mountains behind Moraine Lake was selected for the reverse side of the Canadian twenty dollar bill. The lake's exquisite teal green color is caused by rock flour from passing glaciers.
31.3 Miles
Great Divide Day Hikes offers guests the opportunity to go on guided group walking and hiking trips. The location, which offers access to over 200 km of trails, offers views of waterfalls, wildflowers, and glaciers.
31.3 Miles
At Kingsmik Dog Sled Tours, guests will have the chance to travel through Banff National Park. Visitors of this location who are interested in scenic views can also travel under the slopes of Mt. St. Piran on the Winter Wonderland Tour.
31.3 Miles
The Bow Glacier Falls Trail is an hour and fifteen minute trail that takes visitors to the glacier falls. The location offers visitors the opportunity to view a variety of wild flowers.
32.3 Miles
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521 votes
111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise, Alberta
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Wild Water Adventures, Inc. offers day and multi-day rafting trips on the Kicking Horse River. The location, whose trips are suitable for children, also offers special trips for weddings, family reunions, and corporate events.
34.3 Miles
Visitors of Herbert Lake can enjoy a variety of activities, such as canoing and kayaking. The location also features a picnic area for individuals who wish to dine while enjoying its scenic views.
46.2 Miles
Forget Me Not Pond provides visitors with a location suitable for picnics and campfires. The pond is deep enough for visitors to scuba dive and features a plaque at the bottom commemorating a former police officer.
46.4 Miles
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104 votes
Hwy 66 | 8208 Flint Road S.E, Bragg Creek, Alberta
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Elbow Falls Provincial Recreation Area includes various hiking opportunities and scenic walks along the river. Although much of the area was wiped out during a 2013 flood, the location features several waterfall and swimming area for kids.