Summer Gondolas & Lifts

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Ride to the Top with Scenic Gondolas & Lifts

Hop on a lift and soar above the trees at Mount Norquay, Lake Louise, or Banff Sunshine for some of the best panoramic viewpoints in the Rockies. In just minutes, you’ll be gazing out over Banff, the Bow Valley, and a breathtaking expanse of peaks that’ll have your camera working overtime. Whether you're seeking a peaceful alpine escape, a scenic picnic spot, or front-row seats to sunset magic, these open-air rides are a must for nature lovers and sightseers alike.

 

2025 Closing Dates:

Lake Louise Summer Sightseeing Gondola: Sept 1, 2025   
Mt. Norquay Sightseeing Chair: Oct 12, 2025 
Banff Sunshine Gondola & Standish Chair: Sept 21, 2025 

Banff Sunshine Summer Gondola & Standish Chairlift

Take in sweeping alpine views aboard Banff’s largest gondola, rising from 1,659 m to the Village at 2,159 m in spacious 8-passenger cabins. From there, hop on the Standish Chairlift to 2,385 m for stunning 360° mountain vistas from the viewing deck. The chairlift ride is included with your gondola ticket and takes about 8 minutes. Plan to reach the Village by 15:30 to enjoy the full experience.

 

Closes Sept 21 for the 2025 Summer Season.

Lake Louise Summer Gondola

Lake Louise Summer Sightseeing Gondola is the ultimate stop-off for all-ages sightseeing, with some of the best chances to spot wild grizzly bears. To say we’re one of Banff National Park’s best-kept summer secrets would be a cliché, but you’ll see when you arrive how this place balances sheer beauty, effortless-to-extreme adventure, and an escape from the bigger crowds you’ll come across elsewhere.

 

Closes Sept 1 for the 2025 Summer Season.

Mount Norquay Scenic Lift

Welcome to the best seat in Banff National Park – and possibly the whole of Canada. More than just a chairlift ride, the famous North American Chairlift is your gateway to an unforgettable, open-air journey into the sky.

Discover legendary, panoramic views above the clouds. Wilderness teaming with life and natural splendor. Endless, postcard-perfect scenery stretching across the horizon.

 

Closes Oct 12 for the 2025 Summer Season.

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