Winter transforms Banff National Park into a completely different place. The waterfalls freeze, the crowds disappear, and even familiar trails feel brand new under fresh snow.

In this episode, local Banff travel expert Celine Brewer walks you through the best easy winter hikes in Banff. These hikes are scenic and perfect for first-time winter hikers or anyone looking for shorter adventures.

✔ Easy Winter Hikes in Banff

✔ Banff Winter Travel Guide

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Planning a trip to Banff National Park isn’t like planning a regular vacation. Dates, hotels, shuttles, and even what’s open can vary dramatically depending on the month and the choices you make early on will shape your entire trip.

In this episode, Banff travel planning expert Celine Brewer walks you through the five essential decisions every traveller needs to make before they build an itinerary, followed by a 12-month Banff planning timeline for 2026 so you know exactly what to book and when.

Helpful Resources Mentioned

🗺️ Banff Itineraries & Guides
Done-for-you Banff itineraries with daily schedules, hotel recommendations, hiking options, and seasonal tips.

📩 Banff & Jasper Cheat Sheets
Download my free starter planning guides (and get on my email list for 2026 updates).

🌄 Join the Travel Banff Facebook Group
For real-time questions, itinerary help, and seasonal updates.

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Get a one-hour custom planning session with Celine.

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December is when winter really begins in Banff National Park. If you’re wondering what conditions are actually like, what’s open, what you can realistically do, and how cold it truly feels, local Banff travel planning expert Celine Brewer walks you through everything you need to know.

Whether you’re visiting for skiing, skating on Lake Louise, winter hikes, or the holiday events around town, this episode will help you arrive informed and prepared.

Links mentioned in this episode

Winter & Christmas Guides

• Banff in December: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/visiting-banff-in-december/
• Banff at Christmas: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/banff-at-christmas/
• Visiting Banff in Winter: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/banff-in-winter/
• Banff Winter Packing List: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/banff-winter-packing-list/
• Banff Winter Hikes: https://www.travelbanffcanada.com/easy-winter-hikes-banff/
  
  

Safety & Resources

• Trail Conditions (Parks Canada): https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/randonnee-hiking/etat-sentiers-trail-conditions
• Parks Canada Ice Safety (Skating): https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/patinage-skating
• Canadian Red Cross Ice Safety: https://www.redcross.ca/blog/2019/12/ice-safety-know-when-it-s-safe-to-play
  
  

Weather & Driving

• Weather in Banff: https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=51.179,-115.569
• Alberta 511 Road Conditions: https://511.alberta.ca/
• Parks Canada Icefields Parkway Winter Driving Guide: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper/activ/experience/hiver-winter/pcghiver-ipwinter

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