Many people think a trip to the Canadian Rockies will blow any budget, but visiting Banff doesn’t have to be expensive! There are so many ways to do Banff on a budget. It starts with choosing the best, most affordable time to visit Banff (hint: not July or August). From there, you can select cheaper …
Maligne Lake is one of the most stunning lakes in all of Canada, and embarking on a cruise here offers a front-row seat to this natural spectacle. Venture south, closer to the glaciers, and you’ll be treated to the lake’s captivating emerald hues. While enjoying the lake from its shores is gratifying enough, there’s another …
It’s hard to get anything better than Banff in the summer. The temperature is perfect, the sun is shining, and the famous glacial-fed blue lakes are sparkling. People flock from all over the world to see the Canadian Rockies in the summer months. June through September is a busy time in the park, but there’s …
The drive from Jasper to Banff, or Banff to Jasper, along the scenic Icefields Parkway in the Canadian Rockies, is ranked among the top road trips in the world. Along the drive between the two mountain towns, you’ll see mountains and glaciers rise dramatically overhead while wildlife roams freely. The majority of the drive from …
The lakes around Banff National Park are a prime place to go for a SUP (short for stand-up paddleboard) in the summer months once they unthaw. Paddleboarding in Banff is one of our favorite ways to relax in the park, and we often find ourselves alone on the water, enjoying all the nature around. What’s …
The Icefields Parkway, or Hwy 93 North, is a scenic drive between Banff and Jasper that attracts visitors from around the world. Some call it the Jasper Icefields, and some just refer to it as “the Parkway.” Regardless, it’s a place where one can enjoy drive-in nature, surrounded by waterfalls, rock spires, ancient glaciers, and …
If you are thinking about canoeing in Banff, there are plenty of places to take to the water. With so many lakes to canoe and kayak on in Banff, it’s hard to narrow down which one to paddle on, especially if you’re short on time! All rowboats, canoes, sailboats, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards are allowed …
Canoeing in Banff is one of the best things you can do in the Canadian Rockies! In our guide to canoe rentals in Banff, we share all you need to know about paddling here including which lakes are good for beginners, where to rent a canoe or kayak, and how much a rental will cost …
There are many things to do in Lake Louise for all visitors to the beautiful Banff National Park. Lake Louise has been drawing in visitors to the Canadian Rockies for over a century. The alpine lake in Banff National Park is a wild turquoise blue color fed by glacier melt and set by a backdrop …
Lake Louise has drawn visitors to the Canadian Rockies for over a century. The alpine lake in Banff National Park is a wild turquoise blue color fed by glacier melt and set by a backdrop of Mount Victoria and a hanging glacier. This pristine piece of wilderness draws in millions of visitors a year. It’s …