Erling Storm Trail | Banff Backcountry Horseback Trip

From June 23, 2027 to September 8, 2027

4 Days / 3 Nights

Banff to Banff

Price from USD $2,537 per person

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Ride lodge to lodge through Banff’s remote valleys, forests and mountain passes on the Erling Storm Trail.

Spend four days travelling through Banff National Park on horseback, with overnight stays at Sundance and Halfway lodges. Five to six hours of daily riding, meals, horses, equipment and experienced guides create a classic lodge-to-lodge backcountry adventure.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Banff Backcountry Ride to Sundance Lodge

Day 2

Sundance Lodge to Halfway Lodge along the Earling Strom Trail

Day 3

Halfway Lodge to Sundance Lodge via Brewster Creek

Day 4

Backcountry Trail Riding & Return to Banff

Day 1 Banff Backcountry Ride to Sundance Lodge Begin the trip in Banff by checking in and preparing for the journey. Receive your slickers, saddlebags, and meet the horse selected specifically for you. Take time to familiarize yourself with your horse and ask any questions before setting out. The ten-mile journey to Sundance Lodge begins with a ride along trails once blazed by early explorers. Follow the glacier-fed Bow River, Healy Creek, and Brewster Creek, stopping for a hearty cowboy-style lunch by the river. Arrive at the lodge in the late afternoon, greeted by your host and the promise of comfort. Sundance Lodge offers a warm retreat with gourmet meals, cozy accommodations, and a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy wine, freshly prepared cuisine, and comfortable beds instead of camp stoves or sleeping bags. Unwind from the day with good conversation and the camaraderie of fellow adventurers, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of Banff’s backcountry.

Day 2 Sundance Lodge to Halfway Lodge along the Earling Strom Trail The adventure continues as you journey 9 miles southward to Halfway Lodge. The rugged peaks of the Sundance Range loom over the eastern horizon as you follow the winding historic Erling Strom Trail. You’ll be following in the footsteps that the early explorers of the Canadian Rockies took nearly a century ago. Stop along the way for a picnic in the fresh air of an open mountain meadow.

Day 3 Halfway Lodge to Sundance Lodge via Brewster Creek Say goodbye to the lovely staff at Halfway Lodge, it’s time to hit the winding trail along Brewster Creek back to Sundance Lodge. Be warned: you won’t want to leave Halfway Lodge once you have experienced this gorgeous retreat in the Rockies. Your guide will lead you through the backcountry on a scenic and exciting trail, crisscrossing the valley in the historic footsteps of the early pioneers and stopping for lunch along the way.

Day 4 Backcountry Trail Riding & Return to Banff Start the day with a hearty breakfast and a steaming mug of coffee in the tranquil backcountry. Depart in the late morning for the return ride to Banff, carrying handmade sandwiches, fresh-baked treats, and fruit for the journey. Arrive in Banff by the afternoon, concluding the adventure with unforgettable memories to share. This trip includes approx. 5 - 6 hours of riding each day. Ride for approx. 21/2 to 3 hours in the mornings and afternoons with a stop for lunch on the trail.