A bristlecone pine clings to the cliff above the beginning of Banff's Bow Falls on a stormy day.
Banff's Pilot Mountain (9629 ft, 2935 m) is one of the most visible mountains along the TransCanada highway as it resides in a bend of the Bow Valley, therefore, it can be seen from either direction for quite a distance, hence a landmark for travelers.
Looking north up the Bow River at Castle Mountain and the Castle Junction bridge. This iconic bridge provides access between the Trans-Canada highway and the old route, the scenic Bow Valley Parkway.
