Reviews of Fenland Trailhead (Park)

Robin Gemmell

Great place to get away from Banff and enjoy the quieter side of life. This area is popular with runners/cyclists yet is also a very good trail to spot wildlife. Of note we spotted a woodpecker in the trees and a beaver swimming. There is an option to extend this walk by crossing over the bridge, turning left and visiting the lake.

Ricardo Castañeda

Excellent for a light hike with the family. Very close to Banff. There is a washroom in the parking area.

Alexabeth L

Beautiful fall and mountains.

Jordan Kidney

Short, but nice trail for any activity level. Walking distance on the edge of banff that provides a someonewhat quite stroll through trees and the fenlands. In the early season there is a good chance to see deer and elk. A short walk that I love to do every time I go to Banff. The path is not paved, so make sure to wear good shoes. Through the connected parking lot and picnic area you will be able to find outhouses.

Lis Marie

Beautiful trail! About a 2km loop trail, it's very easy and fairly well marked and it has pillars every so often so you know you're going the right way. It's so calm and scenic and peaceful. Only bad thing is the parking by the trail is super limited so it could make it tough during peak times.

madzia madzia

(Translated) Very nice and easy walking area. There is a car park in front of the route, but the route is only a few minutes walk from the center of Banff. Lovely views. The route is completely flat and undemanding. It takes 30-40 minutes in total. (Original) Bardzo ładny i łatwy teren spacerowy. Przed trasa znajduje się parking ale z centrum Banff do trasy jest tylko pare minut piechota. Śliczne widoki. Trasa w całości płaska i niewymagająca. Całość zajmuje on 30-40 minut.

sougata saha

Amazing hike by bow river. Loved it

KAORI KAWAGUCHI

(Translated) It seems that this is a morning walk course for the locals. For those who want to experience the nature of Canada rather than full-scale trails, small children, and those with weak legs, it is a short distance from Banff town, so it is a perfect short course. It was pretty good for a morning walk. (Original) 地元の皆さんの朝の散歩コースだそうです。 本格的なトレイルではなく、カナダの自然をちょっと体験したいという方や、小さなお子様連れ、足腰が弱い方には、バンフの町からすぐの距離で短距離のコースですから最適だと思います。 朝の散歩になかなか良かったです。

Sid Chapnick

An easy trail on the Rockies. Was a great way to finish off our vacation in Banff. Felt very safe. Other people around relaxing on ample benches overlooking the water.

Brittany Thiessen

The Fenland Trail is an easy and short 2.1 km hike in the town of Banff. There are great opportunities to see elk here! I visited in August 2017 and 2016. The trailhead began along Mount Norquay Road. It was a pleasant, peaceful and pretty walk along a flat looped trail through the forest and alongside a small creek. There were some views of the Rockies through trees along the way and I did see lots of elk along the trail, which was pretty cool. The trail was wide and well maintained. The Fenland Trail was a beautiful and relaxing hike.

Achim Königs

(Translated) Very nice walk, always along the river. Even without great animal sightings (we saw squirrels and a few woodpeckers) we had a lot of fun. Especially recommended with children. There are also a few benches suitable for a picnic by the river. (Original) Sehr schöner Spaziergang, immer am Fluss entlang. Auch ohne große Tiersichtungen (wir haben Eichhörnchen und ein paar Spechte gesehen) hatten wir viel Spaß. Besonders auch mit Kindern zu empfehlen. Es gibt auch einige Bänke, die sich für ein Picknick am Fluss eignen.

Jamie Lai

A pleasant, easy walking trail near the town.

Maggi Mae Posein

Cant wait to visit in the spring/ summer

gopa hayer

Nice hiking area

Rod Schulhauser

Great hike

Natalie J

Beautiful spot for a short walk through the forest. Quiet and peaceful. Make sure to bring bug spray, so many mosquitoes.

Lydia DiCaprio

Took stroller. Mosquitoes were present.

Elly Liu

A nice walk, it is just a little far away from the town and not much people, so feel scared a little when we were walked.

Yasmin Hovakeemian

Beautiful and short interpretive trail with numerous entry points. The scenery is beautiful and there is even some small wildlife watching here (deer, birds, etc.). Would highly recommend for a short walk nearby Banff town with the family. We took our baby infant on the trail in a carrier and she enjoyed all the sights!

mago yang

(Translated) It’s very comfortable to walk. There are a lot of people who ride bicycles. When you see the Beaver’s house, you just don’t see him. (Original) 走起來很舒適，騎腳踏車的人不少，看到海狸的家，就是沒看到牠本人

David Cooper

Beautiful quick trail right in Banff, great for little ones

Daniel Copot

Very nice park!!

Ted Dakin

Nice short walk

Peter Kolejak

Easy and not very demanding walk on the edge of Banff township. Chance to see some wildlife. If you have time link the walk with Vermilion Lakes, some pretty good sights there

Kim Holzer

Easy 2 km loop close to town. Dog and kid friendly.

Jared Iverson

Nice short walk in the trees. There is also some water as well.

Spencer Bailey

It's a nice little walk next to a crystal clear creek on the way to Vermillion Lakes.

Vicky Chiu

great for little children, not really a hike, but nice walk and relaxing too!

Leoni Zumkehrer

Awesome!!!

Scott Dalrymple

A nice easy hike. Flat and short filling a small creek.

Christine Hancock

Nice short loop near the edge of town. Park at the train station and cross the street to find the trailhead. Pretty walk along the river.

Jonas Cafferty

This is a very simple loop hike near the town of Banff. There is nothing too memorable about the hike, but it's a good way to get into the trees while staying close to town. It would be good for a quick run as the trail is very flat for the entirety.

Nicholaus Vieira

A nice 2.1km loop in a wooded area near downtown Banff. It is a pleasurable walk next to a creek. Occasionally you will spot various wildlife (deer, elk, beaver, etc). Good to do year round for a quick 30min stroll.

JK Burke

Great little hiking trail right in Banff.

MA.K TAKU

(Translated) A trail that can be easily reached from the town. There is an object in the town of Banff nearby, but it seems to be a shine spot with many people taking pictures side by side. (Original) 町から気軽に行けるトレイルです。 近くにBanffの町のオブジェがあるのですが、並んで写真を撮る人が多いくらいの映えスポットらしいです。

Ibrahim Kodssi

Easy short and flat trail; suitable for seniors and kids. Located very close to the city, it offers a view of the Rockies through the tall trees. I like that it follows the river and has benches to sit and reflect.

YouDon'tPanic

One of the nicest places I've ever visited. The mix between mountains, rivers and lakes is great. Very picturesque and beautiful area.

Rebecca Pierce

Good quick, easy but beautiful trail

Don. J.

Peaceful setting, well-marked path and the occasional squirrel with an easy going 2 kilometer circular walk. Add a parking lot with picnic tables, benches along the path and a self-guided walk (pick up a free map at the starting point in the parking lot). Great family friendly experience!

Cathy Kennedy

Saw elk across the river

Samantha Plett

We looked for a toddler friendly trail and this one definitely was. It's a walking path, no hiking inclines, beautiful scenery, and easy. I think I read it's stroller friendly, but some areas would be very tough for a stroller with the rocks and roots along the path.

Trevor Prosser

A lovely little hike, perfect for families. Nothing too strenuous here, just a nice stroll through the woods. Paths are clearly marked, and there are places to stop and rest and enjoy the scenery along the way. Small parking lot, but close enough to Banff to walk to it. Great spot for a packed lunch at the trailhead.

Zheng Weixiang (Ian)

saw a deer/caribou inside

Maria Catherine Farrell

Excellent trail, approximately 20 minutes in duration at a medium pace or 40 minutes as an after-dinner digestion walk!

Jonathan Lacombe

(Translated) 2km dirt path with some roots (so not wheelchair accessible, no stroller), very easy, no elevation. We combined it with the Vermilion Lakes Drive for a total of about 9km, less than an hour by bike. Several picnic tables to eat by a stream. (Original) 2km de sentier de terre avec quelques racines (donc non accessible aux fauteuils roulants, ni poussette), très facile, aucun dénivelé. Nous l'avons combiné avec la promenade des lacs-Vermilion pour un total d'environ 9km, moins d'une heure à vélo. Plusieurs tables de pic-nic pour manger au bord d'un ruisseau.

luz stella villate

The trail is on the border of lake it is really easy al short trail.

Fiona Jonkers

Interesting walk, however, signs are a little vague,band the smaller Vermilion Lakes have dried up by October 18th, and the large Vermilion lake cannot be seen from the walking trail

Jay D

If in Banfff want a simple hike after dinner it be a great place . But beware of Bears and male Elk ! Try staying in groups

MarcoinTheMountains Michayluk

Closed do to flooding .. but will be back to normal

BARAKA MULIMBWA

This place is so beautiful and must see while in BC

Tarsis Fernandes

Gorgeous place!!!!

Wei Hu

Love it

Duncan Foster

Cool trails

Greg Thomas

Great easy stroll for families and those looking for a zero incline walk. Make sure you use lots of big spray though as the mosquitoes are really bad right now.

אילנה שמש

(Translated) Lovely place. A 2.2 km flat track is really fun (Original) מקום מקסים. מסלול של 2.2 קמ מישורי ממש כיף

Marina

(Translated) Beautiful little trail, only 2km long and very close to town (just follow the Bow River Trail to the north) and still beautifully peaceful. You will encounter wildlife and walk along the Bow River or simply relax on one of the benches. (Original) Wunderschöner kleiner Wanderweg, nur 2km lang und ganz dicht am Ort (einfach dem Bow River Trail nach Norden folgen) und trotzdem wunderschön friedlich. Man trifft auf Wildtiere und wandert am Bow River entlang oder kann einfach auf einer der Bänke entspannen.

jaspreet singh kainth

Best place to mix up your life with nature

Ana Vafadar

Family friendly trail, flat, stroller recommended sinces it so hard to find trails like that! The creek is beautiful, the walk short. Great little spot to enjoy with the youngest members of the family!

shivani singh

Amazing mountainous view, breathtakingly beautiful

Tiger Chang

Nice trial for short walk when you are in Banff

Canada Vlogs

Gorgeous

Natalie Soulfull

Love this trail. Simple and flat - great for a young family.

Ine

Nice walk, with a little bit slippery parts at the bridges. The scenery with the snow is very nice. And it’s a loop!

Ella R

Beautiful walk. Would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a quiet place not far from the town.

Andree Y

Nice, easy but fun trail for bicycles or foot traffic

paige carter

Loved getting so close to the Elk. Amazing little getaway from the city. Very easy stroll, didn't take too long.

Amit Nandi

Trail is okay and would only recommend if you want a quick stroll on flat ground though woods for a quick getaway within the city and don't have time to hit a proper trail. Bring bug spray. Also note there is a parking lot at the trailhead. Don't park at the arena as it is far from the trail and across the wrong side of the street.

Ben Lo - 外語學習

(Translated) It was a pity that I couldn't circle the trail for a week when I walked on 05.27. A section of the road in the middle was flooded by water. Although the road is very flat, the trail is lush and green with many trees. It really feels like walking in the mountains and forests. There are people running and cycling along the road, and the atmosphere is very leisurely. It’s a bit scary to walk alone. It is recommended that two people travel with each other to be accompanied. (Original) 05.27走時無法環步道一週，中間有一段路被水淹掉了，覺得頗可惜的。雖然路十分平坦，但步道鬱鬱蔥蔥，樹木很多，真的頗有漫步在山林間的感覺。沿路有人跑步也有人騎自行車，氣氛十分悠閒。一個人走還是有點怕怕的，建議兩人同行沿途也比較有伴。

YUKO N-

(Translated) Because it is flat, you can enjoy nature freely. I met a squirrel many times. It is recommended to go to Vermilion Lake if you can afford it. (Original) 平坦なので気軽に自然を楽しめます。 何度もリスに出会いました。 余裕があればバーミリオン湖まで行く事をお勧めします。

E Correa

Hiked the loop in about 30 mins in the evening. Spotted a deer as well. No elevation gain.

Robert van der Graaf

(Translated) Nice trail of about 45 minutes (Original) Leuke trail van ongeveer 45 minuten

Stephen King

The best 2 km trek in the world.

Barb And

Nice easy trail

Trevor Cook

Short beautiful trail. Get very slippery and icey in winter. Can have lots of bugs in summer.

Marta Dyck

Beautiful!

Sheldon St. Bennett

Easiest hike in banff. Flat trail for biking/hiking in the a pure nature by the meadow through the forest and along the clearest river you ever did see. So B E A U T I F U L & R E F R E S H I N G that anyone can do.

Michael Morsillo

Nice nature walk, picturesque and quiet.

Ben Chase

Like this place, short trip in Banff back to Calgary drove us there out of nowhere. Excellent for taking a an hour walk more or less!

Colin Forsyth

A wonderful easy 2 km loop walk in beautiful forest with nice green ground cover. Lots of birds to hear and see as well as other wildlife. When you get closer to the highway there is some vehicle noise which is unfortunate. I'm a big fan of this walk.

Karen Breeck

My favourite easy flat short trail in banff. Im sad they let bikes on it now though.

robert worsley

Nice little corner of Banff.

Morgan Moakler Jessiman

Love this trail! So easy and light. Very beautiful and serene, and the trail itself was very well maintained.

Alex Ho

good low key hike. excellent for young children bc it is short and little elevation gain. limited parking.

Brandice Lewis

Simple loop but very pretty about 2km

Paige Gautron

Cute little trail ! Not to long. Good for kids and pets

Alexandre Lombard

(Translated) Easy walk, little traffic. Provide the mosquito repellent. (Original) Petite promenade facile, peu fréquentée. Prévoir l'anti-moustique.

Graphicdesignsolutions Gds

A nice spot to have lunch and an easy walk with the kids or a great place to stretch your legs. Bring bug spray and your camera!

VedaMarita BullockAshley

Nice flat trail through a forested area with interpretive stop points.

Brandonn Lu

Enjoy this place, and coming back for different seasons, jealous the Banff towns’ residence have a such great place

Brian Rowland

Quiet trail right in the townsite, I saw lots of elk and a deer. Perfect for a snow day as the trees offer cover and look amazing with a dusting of snow.

Steven Luong

It’s a great hike, good for everyone. A lot of people park there and ride bikes to Vermillion lakes nearby.

Ron Strauss

Nice, easy, flat walk in the woods, good for nearly everyone. Not much for scenery, but the creek and ice is nice. We did a little extra and recorded 5KM an 26M of elevation gain. We did not use cleats, but there were a few slippery spots.

Joseph Davis

Enjoyable winter walk. Only 30 minutes to complete. No elevation gain.

오른쪽

(Translated) Oh, that's the best. (Original) 아~~최고에요

Anne Kan

Great autumn scenery in September.

Sophie Keem

(Translated) Went here early in the morning before 9 o'clock, the mists that haven't been picked up yet + very few people walked so quietly and quietly ☺ Don't miss the Banff sign at the entrance! (Original) 여기 아침 일찍 9시 전에 갔는데,아직 걷히지 않은 안개들+ 사람도 거의 없어서 완전 아늑하고 조용하게 산책했네요 ☺ 완전 무리 없는 쉬운 산책 코스! 입구에 Banff 사인도 놓치지 마셔요!

Dean Provost

Surprisingly busy for a Friday afternoon. Mosquitoes apparently don't care that there is still snow on the ground

Karim Pabani

A nice, easy trail for a walk or to take the kids on.

Jessica Adamczyk

Not really a hike but a very lovely area to walk the follows a beautiful clear river.

Jacky Tran

Easy, flat hike, didn’t see any deers, but saw droppings

Derek Zeleny

Nice trail on edge of banff! It follows a creek that we let our dog swim in!

Head Butt Smith

Great winter trail. Well signed, one way loop trail so it's Covid friendly. The loop follows a creek most of the way around. Lot's of animal signs. Fun and easy for kids.

Lia Foote

Great for families with small children

David Wei

As we were walking, two beautiful girls saying "Hi mind moose" When I turned around, a huge Bison

jessica k

Easily accessible for young children. We took our 5 and 3 year old here for a short hike in March. The snow had a good pack but it wouldn't be good for a stroller with the snow. Too bumpy. We saw a beaver right up close and right next to the trail. I've seen beavers and muskrats before but they have always been swimming, this guy was walking around and biting branches off to bring back to his home. It was exciting for us anyway. Beautiful walk extremely close to the town of Banff. We could hear the highway at certain parts of the trail but it was still beautiful.

Great Lee

wonderful

D. Jain

Great place

Patrick Michalko

Visitors in the park area. Great place to stop just in the outskirts of Banff.

Aso Eng

Very nice place

Andrea Wu

Came on a weekday morning, plenty of parking, didn't see anyone, loop is short and flat, not much to see.

木下草介

(Translated) A short walk from the town of Banff. It is a place where a family has pulled a stroller, and it is a bit short for a trail, but it is quite quiet except when the birds are constantly crawling and the train passes. You can also meet Elk if the conditions overlap. (Original) バンフの町からすぐ近くの散歩コースです。 ベビーカーを引いた家族もいるくらいの場所で、トレイルというには少々物足りないくらいですが、鳥が絶えず囀ずっていて、列車が通るとき以外は、結構静かです。 条件が重なればエルクとも出会えます。

Ed

Easy little walk fun for all

Heiko Jasper

Nice short trail, suitable for a trip with a baby (stroller - compatible). Not exciting, compared to others, though.

farzaad gopal

Amazing. Breath taking. Worth the stop

Meghan Amarasekera

Beautiful walking trail. Can cross trail and follow the signs to take you to vermillion lakes.

Jeff Wong

Easy flat hike. Good to do with kids the trail is packed down and lots of space to walk or in our case, pull our kids on sleds! Not overly scenic but good for all ages and skill levels.

David Kim

Went along the loop with a bike, an amazing and really enjoyable ride. Encountered a family of deer along the path, amazing!

Sebastian Mueller

Great trail. Not much to it. Doesn’t take long to complete. Great easy walk for in between.

Steph Nicole

Super easy trail, takes roughly 30-40 minutes

찐보라쪼아

(Translated) Perfect for easy walking Is the toilet somewhat lacking? Enzy that there are many mosquitoes in summer A place that won't get tired of going many times Better to be closer to the city center? Primitive Forest (Original) 간편하게 걷기에 딱 화장실은 다소 부족? 여름엔 모기가 많다는건 엔지 여러번 가도 질리지 않는곳 도심과 가까워 더 좋은? 원시숲