Banff Sightseeing Lifts

Since the early part of the last century, Sulphur Mountain has been an important landmark for Banff and the Canadian Rockies. From 1903 until 1931, Norman Sanson climbed the mountain over a thousand times making scientific observations for the Canadian government. Take this journey to the spectacular summit by way of a modern gondola car. This 8-minute ride transports visitors to outstanding views (2,281 m, 7,486 ft above sea level) and a Summit Centre including an observation terrace, two restaurants, snack bar and gift shop. While on the mountain, take in a self-guided walk leading to Sanson’s Peak. The original 1903 stone observatory is located here. Open year round.