Paradise Valley and Giant Steps
Spend the day following in giants' footsteps in paradise.
Plan Around Paradise Valley and Giant Steps
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Paradise Valley and Giant Steps Details
If you have a day to spend hiking in Banff National Park, this is a terrific trail to explore. From here, you will have fantastic views of Mount Temple, be surrounded by wildflowers in the midsummer, and enjoy the dramatic Giant Steps Waterfall. The trailhead for this hike is accessible via Moraine Lake Road.
Difficulty
High
Distance
21 km
Estimated time
7.5 hrs
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Paradise Valley and Giant Steps
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1.6 mi away
Sentinel Pass
Set out on this trail with steep switchbacks to arrive at two famous valleys.
1.7 mi away
Sentinel Pass Connector
Use this connector to hike both Paradise Valley and Sentinel Pass trails.
1.8 mi away
Abbot Pass Refuge Cabin
Abbot Pass Refuge Cabin: One of 24 high alpine huts in use today, the Abbot Pass Hut was built in 1922.