The Onion Scramble

How to Scramble The Onion on the Icefields Parkway

There is no shortage of hikes and scrambles along the Icefields Parkway that offer views of craggy peaks topped by glaciers, and the Onion Scramble is no exception. The scramble up to this unofficial peak places right next to the Wapta Icefield, the source of the Bow River. Expect to see glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, tarns, …

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How To Hike Mist Mountain Hot Springs AND Summit

Mist Mountain is one of the tallest mountains in the Kananaskis region and offers a significant objective without any technical mountain climbing. There are several routes up to the peak of Mist Mountain with many varying degrees of difficulty. The most straightforward and enjoyable ascent is via the south face and east ridge. This was …

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Mount Allan Hike Kananaskis Country

How To Hike Mount Allan in Kananaskis Country

The Mount Allan hike is one of the most popular hikes in Kananaskis Country, and easily one of the best hikes near Calgary. It’s easily accessible and rated as a difficult hike with no technical moves and hardly any scrambling to reach the summit. This makes it an enjoyable and rewarding hike in the beautiful …

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How to Hike Paget Peak (& Lookout) in Yoho National Park

After feeling couped up for a few days, we decided to head into Yoho National Park and scramble up Paget Peak. Paget Peak is often recommended to those who want to start scrambling in the Canadian Rockies. It’s an easy scramble, with nothing technical involved. It’s also one of the shorter scrambles you can complete …

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Sarrail Ridge

How to Hike Sarrail Ridge Via Rawson Lake in Kananaskis

Rawson Lake is a beautiful Alberta lake suitable for a wide range of hiking abilities. When combined with Sarrail Ridge, it makes for a quick and classic hike in the Canadian Rockies. The views, in particular from Sarrail Ridge, are stunning, but you’ll have to put in plenty of work to get them. A climb …

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Banff Hikes Mount Bourgeau

How to Hike Mount Bourgeau in Banff National Park

Mount Bourgeau is a 2,931-metre (9,616 ft) tall mountain in the heart of Banff National Park and promises some extraordinary views. Those extraordinary views from the summit make it one of the best hikes in Banff. The trailhead is easily accessible from the town of Banff and Canmore, at a 10-15 minute drive to the parking area. …

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How to Hike the Crypt Lake Trail in Waterton National Park

The Crypt Lake Trail is one of the best things to do in Waterton and has been named one of the most thrilling hikes in the world and one of the best trails in Canada. Hikers reach the trailhead via boat from the Waterton Township for a full day on the trail. The Crypt Lake …

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Little Hector Hike

What To Wear Hiking in Banff

Are you wondering what to wear hiking in the Canadian Rockies? We suggest you head out in whatever is comfortable, but never forget a hiking jacket, phone, bear spray, and water. You don’t need a new wardrobe for hiking with the latest and greatest tech. As your hikes lengthen, you delve deeper, and begin to …

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Baker Creek Cabins

Where to Stay on the Bow Valley Parkway

Are you wondering where to stay on the Bow Valley Parkway in Banff? Along the historic Bow Valley Parkway, there are three wonderful spots to rent a cabin in Banff National Park. We highly recommend visitors who want to escape the crowds in the town rent a cozy cabin and disconnect. The newly formed Parkway …

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Kananaskis Hikes

22 BEAUTIFUL Kananaskis Hikes To Tackle (2024)

Our past summers have been filled with a plethora of spectacular Kananaskis hikes. Every day we can, we get out of our home in Canmore and explore the fantastic provincial park in our backyard. Many beautiful memories have been made around Kananaskis Country. I want to share our favorite Kananaskis hikes with you from our …

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