Originally Posted by
FlyerEC
Thanks for this input .
Anyone stayed here in June ?
Or been to Banff & Jasper in May / June ?
My visits have been more spring / winter .
Should one train then drive Banff / Jasper ?
May is still spring in the Canadian Rockies.
Could be nice, could be cool, rainy, cloudy. Will likely be all of the above if you are there for 2 days or more.
June is a better bet.
The Banff to Jasper drive is one of the most scenic drives in the world, definitely worthwhile to drive. Note that you will also have to drive back as there is no airport near Jasper.
If you are OK with spring/fall, try late September. It is almost always great weather, cool at night, nice during the day, amazing colours on the larch trees. And as uncrowded as Banff gets while it is still enjoyable to hike or do other outdoor activities.
If you like to hike, and can forgo luxury, you should also have a look at Assiniboine Lodge. It is a long way from luxury in some respects, but the scenery is absolutely amazing.