Paint Pots
Short walk to ochre-coloured mineral pools with cultural and geological significance.
0.75h
2 km
30m
Paint Pots lot, Hwy 93 S
Conditions, access, and parking can change quickly. Check before going.
Plan notes
Best for
Curious road-trippers who want a short cultural/geology stop, not another lake viewpoint.
Pair with
Marble Canyon, Boom Lake, or a Kootenay-style half-day from Banff.
Access
Short Highway 93 South stop with a creek crossing and boardwalk-style sensitive areas near the ochre pools.
Season
Best when the trail is not too muddy; spring melt and wet weather can make it messier than the distance suggests.
Safety
Stay on the trail and do not walk into the mineral pools or stained ground.
No-car note
No practical no-car option for most visitors.
From town
Longer drive
