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Icefields Parkway / Hike

Wilcox Pass

A high-country hike above the glacier area. Even the lower viewpoints make an outing; the full pass requires more time and suitable conditions.

Drive

3–5 hours · 170 min drive from Banff*

Where to park · how to get there

Use the trailhead at the entrance to Wilcox Creek campground. Do not occupy campground sites or the highway when the trailhead is full.

When to arrive

An early start leaves time for weather changes and the return drive. Check current trail access.

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.