Banff Upper Hot Springs
The Banff Upper Hot Springs is now open. Thank you for your patience as we completed this essential project work. For hours of operation, click here. Construction at the Banff Upper Hot Springs
One of Banff National Park's greatest traditions is visiting the Upper Hot Springs for a soothing soak in the hot, mineral-rich water. The water temperature is kept between 37 and 40 ℃ (98 and 104 ℉).
Relaxing in Canada’s highest outdoor pool among the jagged peaks of Rundle and Cascade Mountains is a memorable experience that has drawn visitors to Banff since 1886.
The bathhouse is a federal heritage building. Interpretive exhibits celebrate the glorious history of this iconic place and help visitors learn about the nature of hot springs.
Entry to Banff Upper Hot Springs is first-come, first-served.
Admission can only be purchased in person at reception. Online bookings, reservations, and advance tickets are not available.
The easiest way to get the Banff Upper Hot Springs is to take Roam Public Transit.
From downtown Banff take Roam Route 1 "Sulphur Mountain". Buses run every 20 minutes during our regular hours of operation. Visit roamtransit.com for schedules, fees and other transit information. Paid parking will be in effect for vehicles for both Parks Canada parking lots (upper and lower), daily from May 15 to October 12, 9am to 9pm.
About Banff Upper Hot Springs
Fees
Pool admission and rental options
Hours of operation
Regular and holiday operating hours, plus updates on maintenance closures.
Facility accessibility
Planning, how to get around, and adaptive equipment and accessibility features.
Frequently asked questions
Banff Upper Hot Springs frequently asked questions
Safety and guidelines
Rules, safety information and policies related to visiting Banff Upper Hot Springs
How to get there
Directions and map.
History of Banff Upper Hot Springs
Timeline of the facility’s development.
The water
Water and geology of the Upper Hot Springs
How to reach us
Contact information.
Top 5 minerals
The top five minerals found in the Banff Upper Hot Springs are:
- Sulphate 572 mg/l
- Calcium 205 mg/l
- Bicarbonate 134 mg/l
- Magnesium 42 mg/l
- Sodium 6.6 mg/l
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