August in Banff National Park means turquoise lakes, long summer days, dry trails, and endless opportunities for adventure. This episode will help you make the most of your time and avoid common mistakes.

What You’ll Learn:

• What to expect from the weather and how to pack
• The best hikes, gondolas, lakes, and scenic drives
• Tips for wildlife safety and how to see bears safely
• What’s new for cyclists this month (including road closures for bikes only!)

Blog Posts & Guides

• Banff in August Guide (full blog post)
• Banff Rainy Day Activities
• Moraine Lake Shuttle Options
• Free Banff Restaurant Guide

Icefields Parkway Glacier Experiences

• Columbia Icefield Adventure (Ice Explorer)
• Ice Odyssey Small-Group Glacier Tour
• Guided Ice Walks on Athabasca Glacier

August Adventures to Book Early

• Via Ferrata Guided Climb (Norquay)
• Whitewater Rafting on the Kananaskis River
• Canyoning in Banff (Various Routes) use code TravelBanff10 for 10% off your canyoning tour
• Canmore Cave Tours

Travel Help & Planning Tools

• Banff Travel Consultations
• Pre-Built Banff Itineraries

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