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 …
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 …
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 …
Planning a trip to Banff and need a helpful Banff itinerary? Then you are in for a trip of a lifetime, because Banff National Park is truly one of the most spectacular places in the entire world. The first time we visited Banff, we knew it was something special. It was so special that we …
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We often get asked how to get to Moraine Lake. Now more than ever as there is no more parking offered at the stunning Banff lake. Thankfully seeing this beauty is still made easy with various options for getting there. From the Parks Canada Shuttle, to private tours, or biking and hiking your way up …
Bow Falls is a beautiful waterfall just outside the Town of Banff. Bow Falls is one wide waterfall that spans the Bow River. Dropping just 9 meters down, it’s not a huge waterfall in Alberta by any means, but it is still one of the best sights to see near the townsite. Surrounded by natural …
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Seeking out the best restaurants in Banff or wondering where you should eat in Banff? We share our favorite Banff restaurants in the picturesque mountain town. While most mountain towns might struggle to supply visitors with a wide selection of restaurants, that is certainly not the case in Banff. You can find a wide range …
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If you are looking for cheap hotels in Banff and think you are out of luck, don’t fear. A decent deal can be had in Banff! However, you’ll have to be strategic with planning and booking to save some real money in Banff. It’s a dream destination in the world and one of the most …
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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, …