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Bow Falls: Traveler Reviews

Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Ranked #4 of 27 attractions in Banff
Type: Waterfalls
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Regina, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Beautiful little spot to relax and take in some nature!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 6, 2012

I really enjoyed this spot if I had more time we would have relaxed watched the waterfall and the stream flow by! Maybe even went hiking a bit along the river as it was just so beautiful there! Definitely a must see if in banff as it is walking distance from many places!

Visited October 2012
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Idar-Oberstein, Germany
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“Trails were closed,walked through snow”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 5, 2012

In summer or autumn it may be amazing to do riverrafting
towards Bow falls(not too dangerous,but lot of fun)

Visited December 2012
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Silver Spring, Maryland
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59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
“What a surprise!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2012

I walked from the Gondola down to the falls (about 3 km). It was an exhausting walk and when I got to the falls, I was surprised at how big they were (for such a small river) and the beauty with about 3/4 being frozen. Unfortunately, the trail to the top was closed (I think due to ice), but the falls were really spectacular from where I stood. This whole place is absolutely gorgeous and I can't wait to come see it in the summer some time.

Visited November 2012
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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147 helpful votes 147 helpful votes
“Powerful falls”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2012

Very impressive and powerful waterfall which is worth a quick visit and walk alongside, there is plenty of free parking at the base of the falls and the viewpoint only takes a 5 minute walk.

Visited July 2012
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Camarillo, California
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“Easy Access/Close to town”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

Bow Falls is a definite stop when you go to do the Springs or Gondola. Very easy access to a nice falls without having to do a long hike. It literally is right next to the parking lot. Nice place to relax, take in the view, and get some nice pictures.

Visited August 2012
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