Bow Falls is a waterfall on the Bow River near Banff. It has a fall step with a height of approx. 9 meters. The waterfall is within easy walking distance.

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Andrea

August 27, 2023

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Actually they are not real waterfalls, but rather rapids, but it is a very nice way - in the summer of 2023 the Arts of Nature Trail led us here.

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Hubert Trapp

February 13, 2025

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The Bow Falls are located south of Banff, where the Spray River flows into the Bow River. The route from Banff to the falls is via a paved footpath along the Bow River.
In the background on the hillside is the impressive historic Banff Springs Hotel, which was built between 1914 and 1928.
(Visit May 29, 2018)
worldwaterfalldatabase.com/waterfall/Bow-Falls-2591
banff.ca/654/Bow-Falls-Trail

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1. Bow Falls Viewpoint – Bow River Sidewalk loop from Banff

5.91km

01:33

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View from Sulphur Mountain – Bow Falls Viewpoint loop from Banff

19.9km

06:39

940m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel – Bow Falls Viewpoint loop from Banff

13.3km

06:36

960m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elevation 1,370 m

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Location: Alberta, Canada

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1. Bow Falls Viewpoint – Bow River Sidewalk loop from Banff

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