Timeline
12:28
Walk the Fenland Trail through 40 Mile Creek. Arrive early to spot beaver or muskrat in the quiet morning light. Check if the trail is open, as it may close in spring due to calving elk.
15:37
Stop at Pump and Tap Tavern for a British pub lunch. The pub opens at 12:00, so time your arrival to catch the midday service before heading back toward town.
16:52
Banff Park Museum National Historic Site
Visit the Banff Park Museum National Historic Site. Explore the historic cabinet museum to learn about the local wildlife, including guaranteed bear sightings among the taxidermy displays.
Local tip
The Fenland Trail can be closed in spring due to calving elk. Cow elk are very protective of their calves, so always check trail conditions before heading out.
Check before you go
- Pump and Tap Tavern opens at 12:00. Plan your lunch stop to align with these hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Banff (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).