We’ll make this an easy, fun trip, so you can enjoy alpine lake fishing at it’s finest amidst the magnificent Rocky Mountains. Perfect for the first time or novice angler who wants to try their hand at fishing with up to 5 other people. Fish on a lake famous for big Lake Trout and oversized Rocky Mountain Whitefish, and keep an eye out for Bald Eagles, Loons and Osprey in this stunning mountain setting.
Notes & Restrictions
National Park Fishing License is included in the tour price
Children 15 years or younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian18 years or older
Maximum 6 guests per fishing charter
Child rate only applicable with 2 paying adults
A minimum of 3 participants is required to run this tour
Additional Info
Tour Includes:
- Chances to catch huge Lake Trout and Mountain Whitefish
- Beautiful scenery and endless photo opportunities
- Magnificent 3.5 hour fishing experience on Lake Minnewanka
- Fishing rod & tackle,
- Professional Fishing Guide and Banff National Park fishing permit
Remember to Bring:
- Comfortable clothing. We recommend a warm layer and a rain jacket as mountain weather is unpredictable and is subject to change at any moment.
- Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen and your camera!
Good to Know:
- Please note that parking is limited at Lake Minnewanka and very busy during the summer months. Please arrive in plenty of time before your fishing excursion, to ensure you find a parking spot. If you are driving, the recommended time allowance to arrive at the docks are:
- 5:30pm tour – 60 minutes prior to tour time
- If you arrive early, Lake Minnewanka has some great trails to explore. The Black Anchor Snack shop is available for a variety of snacks and to-go food and drink items right off the lakeshore.
- Maximum of 6 guests per boat
- Tours require a minimum of 3 people booked on to confirm. Please call the night prior to your tour to confirm if it has met minimum numbers.
- Children must be accompanied by 2 paying adults, otherwise they will need to pay for 2 adults.
- Please meet the guides 15 minutes prior to your tour time at the boat docks.
- Washroom facilities are available at the parking lot, there are no washrooms on the boats.
- Gratuities are not included in the price. Standard tipping courtesy is 10-20% (if you had a good time!)
- Travelling to Banff National Park for the first time? We’ve laid out some basic travel information to help with your planning process. Check out Know before you go for tips on weather, getting around and more.
Lake Minnewanka Location: Lake Minnewanka Parking Lot (15 min drive from downtown Banff)
Google Maps Location: Click Here
- Once you arrive at the lake, please park in the public parking lot and walk to the docks to meet your guide
Shuttle from Downtown Banff
Due to limited parking, we encourage guests to hop on Roam Transit’s Route 6 service from downtown Banff to Lake Minnewanka. Board a bus from downtown Banff no later than an hour prior to your tour time. For the Roam Bus Schedule, click here
Cancellation Policy
Activity is subject to a 48 hour cancellation policy. Tour is 100% refundable if cancelled outside of 48 hours before scheduled tour time. NO SHOWS, late comers and cancellation within 48 hrs are 100% Non-Refundable.
