Peyto Lake is one of the most famous lakes in Banff National Park. It’s a turquoise blue glacier-fed lake 40 km north of Lake Louise and a popular stop on the famous Icefields Parkway. The brilliant display of blue is fed by the Peyto Glacier high above the lake and part of the Wapta Icefield. …
If you are looking for the best things to do in Banff, we have you covered! We visited this little mountain town a few years back and fell in love so much that we decided to move to the Canadian Rockies and eventually start this entire Banff website. There’s really nowhere quite as remarkable as …
East End of Rundle hike is easily one of the most popular hikes near Canmore. It’s also the best effort to reward with breathtaking views of Spray Valley and Ha Ling Peak. Given its proximity to downtown Canmore and relative ease, it sees heavy foot traffic. It’s a beautiful hike that provides visitors with astonishing …
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The Grassi Lakes hike is perfect for friends and families and is a great way to pass a couple of hours. It’s an easy Canmore trail with a wide path that leads through the forest up to two sparkling turquoise lakes. If you’re looking for a quick hike near Canmore, this is a classic! However, …
If you’re planning a Calgary to Jasper road trip, you are in for a treat. You’ll get a bit of everything on this trip. From quick lakeside stops and beautiful hikes, to shopping adventures in the Town of Banff, it’s a journey perfect for all types of travelers. The drive is over 400 km, and …
The drive from Calgary to Vancouver (or vice versa) is far from boring, unlike many other drives worldwide. It presents numerous scenic stops along the way that can transform the trip into an extraordinary road trip adventure. Although feasible to accomplish the drive in a single, extended day, it is recommended to divide it into …
Unlike many drives in the world, the Vancouver to Calgary drive (or Calgary to Vancouver drive) is anything but boring. There are plenty of beautiful stops to make between the drive that can turn the journey into an epic road trip. While it’s possible to drive this route in one very long day, it’s best …
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If you are an international visitor to Banff National Park, or even on a cross-country Canadian road trip, chances are you will be driving the highway from Calgary to Lake Louise. An iconic Canadian location, Lake Louise is a must-see location when visiting the Canadian Rockies. Read on to find out how to get from …
Wondering how to get from Calgary to Banff? The international airport of Calgary (YYC) serves as an excellent gateway to the Canadian Rockies. Many visitors to Banff find this is where their trip to the region starts. A Calgary to Banff journey for you starts from the city, then to the Alberta prairies, before setting …
Ha Ling Peak is impossible to miss from downtown Canmore, and it is the most popular peak in the area to hike. Nearly every local in town has likely clambered up to its peak, and over the years, it has grown to be one of the most popular hikes in the Canadian Rockies. While Ha …
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