Surprise Corner Viewpoint
Open
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Address
Buffalo St, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada

Surprise Corner Viewpoint

Buffalo St, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada

RATING (4.4)

Reviews

Our RV Adventures
Our RV Adventures
a month ago

Great views of the Hotel and the river. initially we wanted to take the Bow River trail, however we were confused by the signage and stayed on the side of the river next to town so we ended up at Surprise Corner Viewpoint instead. This is probably a better view of the river, falls and hotel. We were pleasantly surprised.

Wyl
Wyl
a month ago

While a nice viewpoint I don't get the fuss over it. Bow Falls across the way was a much better experience. It has much more parking. A nice walking path and multiple viewpoints to take in Bow river and the falls. The only thing it lacks is a nice view of the Fairmont. If you drive by and there is parking go take a look. If not you're not missing much.

Fiona McDonald
Fiona McDonald
a week ago

Magical place close to downtown Banff. Visited here several times-nice jog or walk from the Banff Centre or downtown over the footbridge or it’s possible to drive round to the car park. Visited after snow and on a sunny day - incredibly beautiful. Seems you can go rafting from here as well. Definitely worth visiting and easily accessible for all.

Shegufta Islam
Shegufta Islam
a month ago

Loved this place. Very scenic. The view of the rumbling Bow Falls with Sulphur mountain at the back and the Fairmont Hotel is something extra ordinary. Parking is tight but with a little luck you can find something as cars are pulling in and out frequently. It's a look out point with some paved area and there are further stairs to go up even higher. There was no ramp so we weren't able to go all the way up with a stroller. Definitely a spot not to be missed in the city of Banff!

Chris and Nicole
Chris and Nicole
3 months ago

A must visit while visiting Banff. There is a good size parking lot just past the actual lookout to park and then walk back down the road on the shoulder to the view points. Such a great view no matter the time of year.

Open
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Address
Buffalo St, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada