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Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk

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See frozen falls lit by a headlamp
Venture into the natural cave for a closer look at the lower falls
See the stars away from city lights
Enjoy hot chocolate and a maple cookie snack
Includes ice cleats to keep you steady

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Johnston Canyon is one of Banff National Park’s most popular hiking spots, but most people don’t think to experience it at night. Your headlight (yours to keep after the tour) makes the frozen waterfalls shimmer as you hike along the suspended catwalk in quiet darkness. The evening icewalk is all about heightening your senses, appreciating the darkness, the scents of the fresh pine forest and enjoying the silence of a night spent beneath the stars as you follow your guide through this narrow, water-formed canyon.

What's Included

  • Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate
  • Ice cleats
  • Souvenir headlamp to keep
  • Optional gratuities
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Every pickup point has a unique pickup time. Guests must be ready at their selected pickup point 5 minutes prior.Banff Rocky Mountain Resort at 17:55 / 18:55 Canalta Lodge at 18:00 / 19:00 Banff Caribou Lodge at 18:01 / 19:01 Fox Hotel & Suites at 18:02 / 19:02 Red Carpet Inn at 18:03 / 19:03 Douglas Fir at 18:06 / 19:06 Banff Ptarmigan Inn at 18:10 / 19:10 Mount Royal Hotel (Public Bus Parking behind hotel) at 18:12 / 19:12 Rimrock Resort at 18:20 / 19:20 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Motorcoach Entrance) at 18:25 / 19:25 Banff Train Station at 1:30 PM Juniper Hotel at 1:35 PMIf no pickup is selected, your pick up will be defaulted to meet at the public bus parking behind the Mount Royal Hotel at 18:12 / 19:12, pending the tour departure time throughout the season.

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Travel through breathtaking scenery and nature on your way to the trailhead and learn about the history and geology of Johnston Canyon.
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Johnston Canyon

Light your way through this narrow, water-formed canyon as your small group follows your guide to the Canyon’s lower falls. The suspended catwalks, built into the limestone walls, make this an easy trip for everyone. Along the way, your guide will highlight unique features by powerful flashlight and pause for moments of darkness and quiet to foster an appreciation for spending time in the canyon at night.At the turn around point, your guide will illuminate the expanding ice that encases the rushing water and escort you through a natural tunnel onto the viewing platform, beside the cascading Lower Falls themselves. Warm up with hot chocolate and maple cookies while you look around the Lower Falls, the turnaround point.The return journey is your opportunity to travel without your headlamp (should you wish!). You’ll be amazed as to how quickly your eyes adjust to the darkness, enough for you to travel through the pine forest guided only by the ambient light of the moon and the stars above your head.What to expect: • Walking Time: 1 - 1.5 hours • Return Distance: 1.4 miles (2.2 kilometers) • Elevation Gain: 213 feet (65 meters)
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests should dress in ski wear for this trip including hats, mittens, and warm boots. A detailed list of items to wear and bring is provided on your voucher.
  • Group bookings of 9 or more guests have a 7 day cancellation period.
  • In accordance with our Cold Weather Policy, if safety conditions deteriorate, we may cancel the tour, offering guests the option to receive a refund or reschedule for another date or time.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate.
  • Ice cleats.
  • Souvenir headlamp to keep.
  • Pick up from the public bus parking located behind the Mount Royal Hotel.
  • Hiking pole.
  • Professional guide.
  • Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide).
The following is NOT included:
  • Optional gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Banff. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate
  • Ice cleats
  • Souvenir headlamp to keep
  • Pick up from the public bus parking located behind the Mount Royal Hotel.
  • Hiking pole
  • Professional guide
  • Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)
  • Optional gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 8 years. All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by someone 18 years and older.
  • All adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18.
  • Guests should dress in ski wear for this trip including hats, mittens, and warm boots. A detailed list of items to wear and bring is provided on your voucher.
  • Group bookings of 9 or more guests have a 7 day cancellation period.
  • In accordance with our Cold Weather Policy, if safety conditions deteriorate, we may cancel the tour, offering guests the option to receive a refund or reschedule for another date or time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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