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Banff / Viewpoint

Mt. Norquay sightseeing chairlift

An open-air chairlift with views across the Bow Valley. Weather and comfort with heights matter here.

Drive

1.5–2 hours · 15 min drive from Banff*

Where to park · how to get there

Drive the winding Mt. Norquay Road to the signed base-area lot. Do not stop in traffic to photograph wildlife; use legal viewpoints.

When to arrive

Book/check operating status before driving up; avoid arriving near final rides.

Hours & access

Sep 14–Oct 11: 10 am–6 pm; last ride down 6:30 pm, weather permitting.

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Approximate place pin. Follow signed visitor access; map pins do not establish parking or trail access.

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Research checked 2026-09-17. Hours, menus and closures can change. Arrival targets and visit lengths are planning estimates.