Sunset Pass
From the top of Sunset Pass, look left and right and all around for stunning vistas.
Plan Around Sunset Pass
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Sunset Pass Details
When you hike the Sunset Pass trail, you'll make a steady climb through a thick forest before reaching an expansive meadow at the top. From this vantage point, look west for views of the largest peaks in Banff National Park, and east towards the White Goat Wilderness Area. All around, stunning views. The trailhead for this hike is off of Highway 93 North, 16.5 kilometers (10.25 miles) north of the Saskatchewan Crossing
Difficulty
High
Distance
16.4 km
Estimated time
6.5 hrs
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Sunset Pass
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sunset Pass
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2.6 mi away
Sunset Lookout
Look past the horizon and vertical for a terrific view of the rivers below.
3.4 mi away
Sunset Pass and Sunset Lookout
The challenging hike up Sunset Pass results in spectacular views at Sunset Lookout.
4.7 mi away
Rampart Creek
This camping site is 88 kilometers (54.7 miles) north of Lake Louise, off of the Icefields Parkway.
10.2 mi away
Glacier Lake
One of the largest backcountry lakes in Banff National Park is accessible via this suggested two-day hike.
10.2 mi away
Glacier Lake
Though it has a cold name, the Glacier Lake trail is actually snow-free early in the season.
