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Icefields Parkway / Hike

Parker Ridge

A climb into exposed alpine terrain with glacier views. Choose a clear day and be ready to turn around for snow or wind.

Drive

2.5–4 hours · 160 min drive from Banff*

Where to park · how to get there

Use the signed Parker Ridge trailhead lot beside Highway 93. No shuttle; if full, move on rather than parking on the highway.

When to arrive

Start early enough for an unhurried return and the long drive. Check trail conditions first.

Hours & access

Outdoor visit: plan for daylight. There are no staffed opening hours verified here; current closures and signs take priority.

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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.