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Walk a frozen creek through narrow limestone walls, see thousand-year-old rock art, and watch icefalls tower above on this guided 2.6-mile winter hike near Canmore. Small groups and provided ice cleats make it accessible for many travelers.
Walk a frozen creek through narrow limestone walls, see thousand-year-old rock art, and watch icefalls tower above on this guided 2.6-mile winter hike near Canmore. Small groups and provided ice cleats make it accessible for many travelers.
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Operated by Discover Banff Tours · Canmore, Alberta
You step onto glassed river ice and the canyon narrows around you—walls of limestone and sandstone rising, streaked with mineral veins and curtains of blue ice that catch the light.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for people who can walk 2–3 miles on uneven, icy ground; good balance and steady gait help.
Minimum age is 8; children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult and a guardian must complete the waiver.
Yes—ice cleats and a hiking pole are included in the tour price and fit before departure.
Dress in ski wear: insulated waterproof boots, mittens, warm hat, layered clothing and a windproof outer layer; guides recommend avoiding cotton.
The operator may cancel for unsafe ice or extreme conditions; full refund is offered if canceled at least 24 hours before the tour.
Grotto Canyon contains rock art more than a thousand years old and sits along traditional Indigenous travel routes; guides provide interpretation of cultural significance.
Stay on the creek bed where directed, avoid touching rock art, and carry out all waste—winter ecosystems are fragile and recovery is slow.
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