Bow Falls

Top 5% of attractions in Banff
8/10

What the experts agree on

Bow Falls delivers dramatic whitewater action where the Bow River plunges just south of Banff town near the iconic Fairmont hotel—less crowded than other attractions, especially at sunset.

3 expert reviews
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"At the foot of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, the Bow River tumbles over a wide, low lip, just before its confluence with the Spray River." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"About 500m south of town, just before the junction with Spray River, the Bow River plunges into a churning melee of white water at Bow Falls." Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"To esce the crowds, I bike over to Bow Falls for sunset and to enjoy the solitude while the rest of town is out to dinner"
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