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Johnston Canyon which includes a gorge or canyon and a river or creek as well as a small group of people

Johnston Canyon Attractions

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Places of interest in Johnston Canyon

Johnston Canyon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Johnston Canyon, and make it a breeze to explore Johnston Canyon and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Johnston Canyon to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Johnston Canyon attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Banff National Park

Where to Stay in Banff National Park From mountain lodges with views stretching across Banff National Park to the iconic Chateau Lake Louise, the first hotel in the park, sitting on the shores of the lake, you have a great choice of places to stay both summer and winter. Get away from it all in one of Banff National Park’s spa resorts or skiing lodges, or find a hostel or mid-range hotel in the towns of Banff or Canmore, both well set up for winter and summer holidays for all budgets. Some hotels have swimming pools with flumes, which are perfect for families, while others have a more grown-up feel, with golf, spas and a relaxing sense of calm.

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Banff National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items

2. Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake is one of the most photographed scenes in Canada. The “Twenty Dollar View” takes in the turquoise lake and ten surrounding mountains. The vista was once the picture on the back of 20-dollar notes in Canada, and the nickname stuck.

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Moraine Lake showing landscape views, mountains and forest scenes

3. Yoho National Park

Yoho National Park encompasses a section of the Canadian Rockies, where jagged mountain peaks zigzag into pristine river valleys. Discover astonishing lookouts, geological wonders and tranquil forests as you drive, hike or ski through the landscape. Covering an area of 507 square miles (1,313 square kilometers), Yoho National Park packs heritage sites, fascinating fossil deposits and 28 peaks over 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) into its UNESCO World Heritage-listed expanse.

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Yoho National Park showing a lake or waterhole and a bridge as well as a couple

4. Banff Gondola

Some of the best views in the Canadian Rockies can be enjoyed from the top of Sulphur Mountain. Take the Banff Gondola to the summit. The eight-minute ride offers spectacular views from a glass-enclosed cabin. The Summit Complex at the end of the gondola ride has restaurants, a gift shop and multiple viewing platforms. Look out over six different mountain ranges, through valleys and down onto the town of Banff.

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Banff Gondola showing a gondola, landscape views and mountains

5. Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs is a thermal pool within the gorgeous landscapes of Banff National Park. Come here to relax in the geothermally heated and bubbling mineral water that flows from the Earth’s crust through the Sulphur Mountain Thrust Fault. Marvel at panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains as the therapeutic water cleanses and soothes your body. Have a scenic picnic or eat at the café at Upper Hot Springs.

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6. Lake Louise Mountain Resort

Find adventure sports, breathtaking mountain scenery and wildlife at Lake Louise Ski Resort. Ski on challenging trails, enjoy a scenic gondola ride or hike through forests seeking wildlife. The resort is within Banff National Park, part of the Canadian Rockies. It offers over 4,200 acres (1,670 hectares) of skiable terrain, exquisite dining and lively après-ski entertainment.

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Lake Louise Mountain Resort which includes snow and snow skiing

7. Icefields Parkway

Icefields Parkway, also known as Highway 93, runs through the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The Parks are classed as a world heritage site because of their pristine beauty and on the Icefields Parkway you get to see the best of it during one epic journey. En route, you’ll get to see lakes, glaciers, and peaks and you can get involved in several outdoor activities.

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This is one of North America’s most awe-inspiring journeys. Snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and glaciers are a few of the wonders you’ll see along the way.

Recommended things to do in Johnston Canyon

Number of things to do	5
Things to do from	£56
Cheapest thing to do	Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus
Top 5 things to do	Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park 4-7 Hours Private Guided Tour in Lake Moraine and Lake Louise Takakkaw Falls Marble Canyon Yoho NP from Calgary Canmore Banff Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus
Half-day tours
With kids	Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park Takakkaw Falls Marble Canyon Yoho NP from Calgary Canmore Banff

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