Banff Springs Hotel still makes Banff Special
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The town of Banff is inside the boundaries of Banff National Park. The park's beginnings go back to 1885 when the first 26 sq. km (10 sq. mi.) were set aside surrounding the hot springs at the base of Sulpher Mountain. The park is now 6641 sq. km (2564 sq. mi.) of wilderness and wildlife.
In 1888 the famous Banff Springs Hotel opened for business by the Canadian Pacific Railway. The railway was the only way to get to the park until the first car found its way in 1911. The drive from Calgary to Banff is memorable because of the transition from plains to foothills to spectacular mountains.
The outdoor activities are extensive all year round with skiing and other in winter and trail riding and hiking. The opportunity to see wildlife close to town makes visits special. Remember though, even the herbivorous elk are dangerous and must be viewed at a safe distance. Make sure to view wildlife at a safe distance.
Check out the Banff Park Museum, a national historic site, for a better understanding of the natural environment. Its exhibits cover the changes in understanding of natural history. The architectural style of the 1903 log building is an example of early buildings in the Park.
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Situated in the high alpine meadows of Banff National Park, our Banff Lodge is a remote back country lodge with cabins, accessible only by hiking or cross-country skiing. Well established trails lead through vast meadows to mountain passes and down to adjoining valleys. Your alpine adventure at Brewster's Shadow Lake Lodge will provide you with a rare holiday in a unique National Park Lodge.
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Downtown Banff: 19km
Our Banff Chalets at the foot of Castle Mountain are located within Banff National Park. Each chalet includes a fully equipped kitchen and a fireplace. Facilities include a hot tub, computer room and small gym. Guests enjoy the BBQ facilities or the fire pit. Gas station and grocery store are on site. Each rustic-style apartment/cottage includes a living area with a flat-screen TV and DVD player.
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Downtown Banff: 26km
We are located in a quiet court in the town of Banff in the heart of the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Just a short walk to many attractions: Cascade Gardens, downtown, Fairmount Banff Springs Hotel, Bow River and Bow Falls and the Upper Hot Springs. Let us be your relaxing hide-a-way base for attractions in Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho, Jasper and Kootenay National Parks.
Cascade Court Bed and Breakfast
Banff
#2 Cascade Court P.O Box 883
Kootenay Park Lodge is located on Highway 93 in the centre of spectacular, unspoiled Kootenay National Park. Well known to cyclists as the heart of the "Golden Triangle", Kootenay Park Lodge is a convenient 45 minute drive to Banff, Lake Louise or Radium Hot Springs, and 2 hours from Calgary, Alberta.
Kootenay Park Lodge
Banff
P.O. Box 1390
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