Tunnel Mountain Summit Trail
A compact switchback climb to a low summit above Banff and the Bow Valley.
Route overview
Climb to the summit viewpoints and return by the same trail.
Forest switchbacks climb through roots, rocks and occasional concrete steps to broad views of Banff, Mount Rundle and the Bow Valley. Snow and ice can transform this short route into a more serious outing.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Banff National Park, Alberta
- Distance
- 4.6 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 275 m
- Best season
- Year-round when conditions permit
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit; park entry required
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Ice, snow, exposed roots, storms and crowded viewpoints
Highlights
Banff views, Bow Valley, Mount Rundle
Why find a buddy
Useful for matching pace on a short climb and sharing winter-condition decisions.
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