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Banff & Jasper: The Jewels of the Canadian Rockies in 8 Days

A detailed 8-day personal itinerary covering Banff, Lake Louise, the Icefields Parkway and Jasper with timed daily plans, recommended hikes and viewpoints, where to eat/stay, and recent practical notes about trail closures and wildfire impacts (updated with observations through 2025).

Banff and Jasper Itinerary: The Ultimate Canadian Rockies Road Trip

Comprehensive road-trip guide focused on driving the Icefields Parkway between Banff and Jasper; highlights must-see stops, short and longer hikes, timing advice for photo viewpoints, and logistics for planning a multi-day Rockies loop.

How to See Alberta (10-Day Suggested Itinerary) (Updated 2025)

Well-known budget-travel blog offering a 10-day Alberta itinerary with actionable tips for Banff and Jasper, seasonal advice, recommended activities (including family- and budget-friendly options), and food/gear suggestions with updates reflecting 2025 conditions.

Epic 10-Day Road Trip Through the Canadian Rockies! [Banff, Jasper, Waterton, Calgary, Edmonton]

A multimedia-led trip report and blog post that pairs an immersive video with a day-by-day write-up and map pins; ideal for visual planners who want an executable 10-day route including Banff, Jasper and side trips plus timing and photo-stop recommendations.

Canadian Rockies Trail Guide (hiking blog & trail notes)

The authors' authoritative hiking blog that complements the long-standing 'Canadian Rockies Trail Guide' book—contains trail-by-trail updates, route conditions, difficulty notes and practical navigation details for hundreds of hikes across Banff, Jasper and adjacent ranges.

Lake Louise

Lake Louise, AB (Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise area / Lake shore)

Discovered and popularized in the late 19th century by the Canadian Pacific Railway as a tourism destination; named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. The lake and its chateau became emblematic of Rockies luxury and scenic tourism.

Moraine Lake (Valley of the Ten Peaks)

Moraine Lake area, near Lake Louise, AB

Famed for its intense turquoise color and the dramatic Valley of the Ten Peaks; Moraine Lake has been an iconic photography and mountaineering focal point in the Rockies for over a century.

Banff Springs Hotel (Fairmont Banff Springs)

405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB

Opened by the Canadian Pacific Railway in the late 19th/early 20th century as a grand railway hotel; often called the 'Castle in the Rockies' and significant in the region’s tourism history.

Columbia Icefield / Athabasca Glacier

Icefields Parkway region (between Lake Louise and Jasper), AB

One of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic; long-studied by geologists and a major stop on the Icefields Parkway with guided glacier and interpretive experiences.

Lake Louise Station (Historic Railway Station)

200 Sentinel Rd, Lake Louise, AB

Heritage railway station originally built for the Canadian Pacific Railway circa 1910; preserved as a symbol of the early railway-driven mountain tourism era.

Canoe on Lake Louise

Rent a canoe or take a guided paddle on the emerald waters of Lake Louise during the ice‑free season.

Classic, low‑effort way to experience the lake’s color and the surrounding peaks — iconic photo opportunity.

Drive or tour the Icefields Parkway (Scenic Drive)

Scenic highway between Lake Louise/Yoho and Jasper, passing glaciers, waterfalls and viewpoints.

One of the world’s most scenic drives with multiple short stops for dramatic landscapes and glacier viewpoints.

Banff Gondola and Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk

Ride the gondola above Banff to a summit boardwalk with panoramic views and interpretive exhibits.

Quick access to sweeping Bow Valley vistas and easy summit trails suitable for all fitness levels.

Hike to Moraine Lake / Valley of the Ten Peaks

Short and longer hiking routes around Moraine Lake offering close views of the Ten Peaks amphitheatre.

Jaw‑dropping alpine scenery; sunrise at the lake is especially renowned for photographers.

Visit Columbia Icefield & Athabasca Glacier

Glacier viewpoints and guided excursions on the Icefield (seasonal experiences available).

Up-close glacier experiences and educational interpretation about glaciology and mountain ecosystems.