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Marble Canyon

Short canyon walk with bridges over a narrow limestone gorge.

Time

0.75h

Distance

1.8 km

Gain

50m

Trailhead

Marble Canyon lot, Hwy 93 S

Directions Trail conditions

Conditions, access, and parking can change quickly. Check before going.

Plan notes

Best for

Families and road-trippers who want a short canyon walk between Banff and Kootenay.

Pair with

Paint Pots, Boom Lake, or a Highway 93 South road-trip loop.

Access

Highway 93 South stop with a signed lot and bridge-based canyon trail.

Season

Useful across more of the year than many hikes, but winter and shoulder-season ice can change footwear needs.

Safety

Stay behind railings and keep kids close on bridges; the canyon is narrow and the drop is real.

No-car note

No practical no-car option for most visitors.

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Longer drive

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