Upper Johnston Falls
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 146 out of 147 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Banff National Park
Location: Alberta, Canada
Best Hikes to Upper Johnston Falls
- Easy
4.8
(172)
2,398
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake01:30
5.35km
110m
Easy5.0
(1)
21
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake00:49
2.96km
50m
Intermediate4.4
(16)
76
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake02:22
8.35km
190m
Tips
The upper waterfalls at Johnston Canyon can be reached after a 3.1-mile hike with well-developed trails of moderate grade. From two platforms, photography is possible.
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•June 11, 2019
... and are unfortunately very well attended! So bring time and if you want to be alone in nature without music and screaming, you should go on to Inkpots - another 3 km ☀️🥾
translated by•June 27, 2022
The upper waterfall has a drop of 30 m, which is impressive. We recommend going further to the Ink Pots.
translated by•August 27, 2023
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Location: Alberta, Canada
Best Hikes to Upper Johnston Falls
- Easy
4.8
(172)
2,398
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake01:30
5.35km
110m
Easy5.0
(1)
21
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake00:49
2.96km
50m
Intermediate4.4
(16)
76
Lower Johnston Falls – Johnston Canyon Waterfalls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake02:22
8.35km
190m
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