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The best cycling routes in Alberta

4.6

(1001)

12,895

riders

643

rides

Cycling in Alberta is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Canada. So you can find your perfect Alberta bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: November 16, 2025

4.7

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1. Goat Creek Trail & Banff Legacy Trail loop — Banff National Park

54.4km

04:17

660m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.6

(28)

433

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2. View of Stony Lookout Mountain – Banff Legacy Trail loop from Banff

52.3km

03:03

300m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.2

(53)

417

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3. Glenmore Dam – Barry Erskine Bridge loop from Garrison Woods

23.2km

01:23

160m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

(22)

384

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4. Banff Legacy Trail – View of Stony Lookout Mountain loop from Rundleview

55.4km

03:23

370m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

(21)

376

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5. Lake Minnewanka Marina – Bow River Trail loop from Lions Park

76.9km

04:53

710m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.9

(18)

378

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6. Fireside Day Use Area – Banff National Park Parking loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake

44.1km

02:41

370m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(31)

320

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7. Glenmore Dam – Barry Erskine Bridge loop from Oakridge

19.5km

01:10

120m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(15)

306

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8. Bow River Trail – Fireside Day Use Area loop from Banff

51.7km

03:07

410m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.0

(17)

238

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9. Fairmont Banff Springs – Lake Minnewanka Marina loop from Downtown District

36.9km

02:24

410m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.9

(12)

263

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10. Bow River Trail – View of Stony Lookout Mountain loop from Banff

37.1km

02:11

240m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Alberta

1. Goat Creek Trail & Banff Legacy Trail loop — Banff National Park

2. View of Stony Lookout Mountain – Banff Legacy Trail loop from Banff

3. Glenmore Dam – Barry Erskine Bridge loop from Garrison Woods

4. Banff Legacy Trail – View of Stony Lookout Mountain loop from Rundleview

5. Lake Minnewanka Marina – Bow River Trail loop from Lions Park

6. Fireside Day Use Area – Banff National Park Parking loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake

7. Glenmore Dam – Barry Erskine Bridge loop from Oakridge

8. Bow River Trail – Fireside Day Use Area loop from Banff

9. Fairmont Banff Springs – Lake Minnewanka Marina loop from Downtown District

10. Bow River Trail – View of Stony Lookout Mountain loop from Banff

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