Hikers with backpacks and poles walk along rocky trail below snow-capped mountain peaks.

Hikers pause on a forest trail, standing and sitting around a large rock.

Hikers with backpacks and poles walk along rocky mountain trail below snow-capped peaks.

Group of hikers walking along rocky mountain trail surrounded by boulders and sparse vegetation.

Group of hikers take a selfie on rocky mountain trail with snow patches.

Guided Signature Hikes with Banff Tours (departs from Banff, Canmore or Calgary)

Guided Signature Hikes offers guided backcountry hikes that help visitors choose and enjoy top trails. With hundreds of hiking trails to explore, their guides have selected four favourite signature routes in the Rocky Mountain national parks. Guests can experience wildflower displays in spring, clear glacier views in summer and brilliant golden larch trees in fall, making each season feel distinct on the trail. Interpretive guides focus on safe, fun and informative tours that deepen visitors’ connection to the place. Small group sizes support safety by reducing wildlife encounters, and hiking time ranges from four to six hours, including an alpine picnic lunch. Signature hikes include Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lake and the Plain of Six Glaciers, with departures available from Banff, Canmore or Calgary.