In Banff National Park you pay for every day in the park, and a family in one car never pays more than the group rate. Work out what your days cost and when the Discovery Pass is cheaper.
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How many days in the park?
–Adults 18–64, per day
–Family/group of up to 7 in one car, per day
freeChildren and youth 17 and under
–Discovery Pass adult, 12 months
80+Parks Canada places covered by the pass
02 · For your group
What your group pays
Who is coming, and for how many days? Daily admission is charged per person and day; if up to seven of you arrive in one vehicle, you never pay more than the family/group rate.
Adults are 18 to 64, seniors 65 and over. Children and youth aged 17 and under get in free. The shuttle, parking at Lake Louise and camping are extra.
Both trips to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake include the national park pass according to the operator. That saves the day pass, the shuttle reservation and the hunt for a parking space at the lake.
GetYourGuide · Banff Tours Inc.
Shuttle from Banff or Canmore to Moraine Lake & Lake Louise
Return trip to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with Banff Tours Inc. Fixed return and about 80 minutes at each lake: enough for a lakeside walk; tight for longer hikes.
4.7 out of 5 stars · 88 reviews on GetYourGuide · from €32.72 · as of 4 Oct
5.5 hours
Driver: English
Park admission included, according to the offer
Departure Depending on the option booked: Mount Royal Hotel in Banff or 2801 Bow Valley Trail in Canmore.
Also listed: a service fee of 10 CAD per person for the driver. Check dates and the chosen option with the provider; no promise of year-round operation.
Half-day shuttle to both lakes from Canmore or Banff, an alternative when the Parks Canada shuttle is fully booked.
4.8 out of 5 stars · 2,101 reviews on GetYourGuide · from €34.98 · as of 4 Oct
National park pass included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Ice cleats in winter
Departure Designated pick-up point in Canmore or Banff.
The guide's tip is not included in the price and, according to the provider, is mandatory for groups of six or more. If Moraine Lake is closed, the tour goes to Johnston Canyon instead; its canyon trail is closed for rock slope remediation from 13 October 2026, so ask the provider about the alternative.
The same sum for five typical groups: day passes day by day against the annual pass. Children and youth aged 17 and under never pay, and a family in one car never pays more than the group rate.
From 19 June to 7 September 2026, admission to Parks Canada places was free under the Canada Strong Pass. Regular fees have applied again since 8 September 2026.
Two guided tours from Banff. Park admission is not listed as included here: bring your day pass or Discovery Pass.
GetYourGuide · Banff & Canmore Tours
Sunset and stars: evening walk from Cave and Basin
Two hours on foot with a guide into the evening: start shortly after sunset at the Cave and Basin National Historic Site in the town of Banff, easy trails of about five kilometres into the dusk, then constellations and stories about the night sky, watching for shooting stars and northern lights. The provider supplies headlamps.
4.9 out of 5 stars · 300 reviews on GetYourGuide · from €57.37 · as of 4 Oct
2 hours
Guide in English
About 5 km (3.1 mi) on foot
Headlamps provided
Departure Cave and Basin National Historic Site parking lot in Banff (311 Cave Ave), in front of the Welcome Building; the guide carries a clipboard. No pick-up. The start time follows sunset and is sent 12 to 24 hours in advance.
Included are the guide, headlamps and ice cleats if needed; hotel pick-up and food and drinks are not. The page does not mention park admission; Cave and Basin is inside the national park. The tour is cancelled in heavy cloud; the provider gets in touch 12 to 24 hours in advance and refunds you. For the same product on Viator, the provider sets the limit at 50 per cent cloud cover at most. Not suitable for children under 8 years, pregnant women, people with medical conditions or after surgery. Contradiction: the key details call the tour wheelchair accessible, while the "Not suitable for" list excludes people with mobility impairments. Clarify with the provider before booking. Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Check dates and prices with the provider.
An hour and a half in a big canoe on the Bow River, from the Banff Canoe Club five minutes' walk upstream from the town centre. The group paddles together while the guide tells the story of the region and of canoeing; keep an eye on the banks for wildlife. No paddling experience needed, suitable for families.
4.7 out of 5 stars · 331 reviews on GetYourGuide · from €59.24 · as of 4 Oct
1.5 hours
Guide in English
Safety equipment provided
Free cancellation up to 24 hrs
Departure Banff Canoe Club, corner of Wolf Street and Bow Avenue (228 Bow Ave) in Banff, five minutes' walk from the town centre. No pick-up.
Included are the guide, the necessary safety equipment and, according to the inclusions list, "all taxes and fees"; the page does not explicitly name a national park pass. Not included: pick-up, food and drinks, and tips. Contradiction: the description promises a lemonade on the shore after the tour, while the inclusions list excludes food and drinks. Not suitable for children under 2 years and, according to GetYourGuide, for people with mobility impairments; for the same product on Viator the provider lists wheelchair access. Clarify before booking. Bring weather-appropriate clothing. The page gives no season. Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Check dates and prices with the provider.
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08 · All rates
Banff National Park fees 2026
Regular Parks Canada fees in Canadian dollars, taken automatically from the fee list every day.
Category
CAD
Daily admission, adults 18–64
CA$12.25
Daily admission, seniors 65+
CA$10.75
Daily admission, family/group, up to 7 people in one vehicle
CA$24.50
Children and youth 17 and under
free
Discovery Pass, adult, 12 months
CA$83.50
Discovery Pass, senior, 12 months
CA$71.50
Discovery Pass, family/group, 12 months
CA$167.50
Category
Shuttle and parking, CAD
Parks Canada shuttle to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, adults
CA$12.75
Shuttle, seniors 65+
CA$6.00
Shuttle, 17 and under
CA$4.00
Shuttle reservation online, per booking
CA$3.50
Shuttle reservation by phone, per booking
CA$5.50
Parking at the Lake Louise lakeshore, per vehicle and day
CA$42.00
All amounts come from the Banff National Park fee list and are fetched again every day; if the check fails, a notice replaces the amount instead of an old figure.Parks Canada: fees ↗
09 · FAQ
Banff park pass: quick answers
Every answer with its source.
How much is the Banff National Park pass?
Daily admission is charged per person and day. Children and youth aged 17 and under are free, and up to seven people arriving in one vehicle pay no more than the family/group rate.
When does the Parks Canada Discovery Pass pay off?
At the 2026 fees, for two adults in one car from the seventh day in the park if you only visit Banff. If the same trip takes you to other Parks Canada places such as Jasper or Yoho, count those days too: the pass covers more than 80 places.
