Banff’s best Fall hike Every September, Banff turns gold, and nowhere captures it better than Larch Valley, a trail that feels like walking through a dream. Here’s everything you need to know before you go 👇 🏔️ The Hike 🟢 Trailhead starts at Moraine Lake (access by shuttle or commercial transport only) 🟢 Distance: 5 miles (8 km) round trip to Larch Valley 🟢 Elevation gain: around 1,600 ft (480 m) 🟢 Allow 3 to 4 hours round trip for a relaxed pace with photo stops 🍁 Why Go 🟢 Famous for it