Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Birthplace of Canada's national parks, featuring natural hot springs, historic caves, and boardwalks.

šŸ“œ Historic site with natural hot springs in Banff National Park.
šŸ” Birthplace of Canada's national park system.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Explore natural hot springs inside a cave
šŸš¶ Walk boardwalks and hiking trails
šŸ“š Learn about Indigenous history and early conservation
šŸŒ Spot the endangered Banff Springs Snail

Tips

šŸ…æļø Free admission with Discovery Park Pass.
šŸšŒ Roam Route 4 daily service May - September.

Cost

šŸ’° Free admission with Discovery Park Pass, also free for youth and during specific periods.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily 9:30 a.m.

  • 5 p.m. (May 15 - Oct 15); Thursday - Monday 11 a.m.
  • 5 p.m. (Oct 16 - May 14); Closed Dec 25.

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