National parks near Penhold, Alberta
The closest national park to Penhold, Alberta is Banff National Park — about 163 km (101 mi) away, or roughly 2 hr 50 min of driving.
1 park is close enough to do as a day trip: Banff.
National parks near Penhold
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff National Park | 163 km (101 mi) | 2 hr 50 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Elk Island National Park | 178 km (111 mi) | 3 hr 4 min | Best as a weekend |
| Yoho National Park | 197 km (123 mi) | 3 hr 21 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kootenay National Park | 205 km (128 mi) | 3 hr 28 min | Best as a weekend |
| Glacier National Park | 268 km (167 mi) | 4 hr 24 min | Best as a weekend |
| Jasper National Park | 283 km (176 mi) | 4 hr 37 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mount Revelstoke National Park | 313 km (194 mi) | 5 hr 3 min | Best as a weekend |
| Waterton Lakes National Park | 343 km (213 mi) | 5 hr 30 min | Best as a weekend |
| Glacier National Park | 375 km (233 mi) | 5 hr 58 min | Best as a weekend |
| Prince Albert National Park | 541 km (336 mi) | 8 hr 24 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Towns and cities in Penhold
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Penhold?
Banff National Park, about 163 km (101 mi) away and roughly 2 hr 50 min of driving.
Which national parks can I visit from Penhold in a day?
Banff National Park — all within about three hours' drive.