The beautiful Kananaskis Country is located in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Kananaskis is home to dozens of Provincial Parks, countless hiking and walking trails, bold wildlife, and never-ending opportunities for adventure. There are plenty of hikes in Kananaskis to keep you busy for years, and the best way to experience them is …
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When thinking of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the main things that come to mind are towering mountains, turquoise lakes, majestic wildlife, and a whole lot of adventures. After having the pleasure of visiting Howling Dog Tours, a new experience has taken over my main view of the Rocky Mountains in the winter: dog sledding in Canmore! Dog Sledding in Canmore with Howling Dog Tours is a Canadian Rockies …
The Tent Ridge Horseshoe hike is one of my favorite hikes in all of Alberta. Just an hour’s drive from Canmore in the Spray Valley is this beautiful loop trail. It’s the perfect hike with amazing views of the surrounding mountains and lakes. In summer you’ll find wildflowers and bird watching. If you’re looking for …
Wasootch Ridge is a favorite hike near Canmore in Kananaskis Country. The trail is straightforward to follow and gains quick elevation then travels along a ridge that delivers spectacular views. The roadway slowly evaporates from view on the ridge before a challenging scramble to the peak. There is a scramble at the end of the …
Kananaskis Country is one of the most beautiful parts of Alberta that everyone should be able to get out and enjoy. You don’t have to summit a mountain to feel fulfilled, there are plenty of easy hikes in Kananaskis to adventure on. Whether you’re with your parents, young children, on a sunset hike, winter hike, …
Burstall Pass is a classic hike in Kananaskis Country and off Smith Dorrien Trail. The hike moves past several marshy lakes and streams, before a steep ascent up to an alpine meadow, and then finished on a high mountain pass with grand glaciated mountain views. We loved our time in Burstall pass and spent the …
Nakiska Ski Resort is a family-friendly ski hill located in the beautiful Kananaskis Country. With a rich history, a convenient location, and terrain for everyone to enjoy, this is the perfect ski resort for beginners to try out skiing or for families to spend a day shredding together in the Canadian Rockies. 1. Nakiska Has a Rich and Exciting History Nakiska is …
There are so many things to do in Banff it can make your head hurt. With a national park as large as some countries it’s no wonder that some people need a lifetime to explore it. even after a few years of living here we have only just begun to scratch the surface. There are …
If it’s one of your first times hiking in Banff the trail can be a bit intimidating. The Canadian Rockies are gorgeous, but they are also tall, steep, and dangerous. To help ease you into hiking in Banff, Kananaskis, and Jasper we put together this list of our top hiking tips! Hiking in Banff for …
Ha Ling Peak is impossible to miss from downtown Canmore and the most popular peak in the area to climb. 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 Ling peak …