In the fall of 1883, three Canadian Pacific Railway construction workers stumbled across a cave containing hot springs on the eastern slope of Alberta's Rocky Mountains. From that humble beginning was born Banff National Park, Canada's first national park.
Tourists can enjoy wildlife through out the whole year.
Banff National Park is one of the world's natural heritages. Each eco-region is characterized by different plants, animals and climates. In the summer, tourists can enjoy birdwatching, hiking, camping, cycling and other outdoor activities. Hikers can find anything from a one-hour jaunt up a mountain to a month long excursion into the lonely wild regions of the park. All major travel routes enhance visitors' chances of seeing the abundant wildlife inhabiting the mountain regions.