So you are wondering where to go for amazing Banff photography in the Canadian Rockies? It’s easy to visit Banff National Park and walk away with amazing photos. You really just have to throw your camera in the air, and you’ll walk away with an epic shot. Just kidding, it takes a little more effort …
The Smutwood Peak hike is easily one of our favorite hikes in all of the Canadian Rockies. When we set out to tackle Smutwood Peak, we had no idea just how awe-inspiring the views would be in person. Thanks to numerous photos circulating around social media, the Smutwood Peak hike has become increasingly more popular. …
Nestled right between Banff and Jasper National Park along the stunning Icefields Parkway, Glacier View Lodge stands as a testament to nature’s grandeur and human ingenuity. Situated at the foot of Athabasca Glacier, this unique lodge offers unforgettable views, comfortable rooms, and the perfect place to call home while exploring nearby sights like the Jasper …
Yes, you can see the northern lights in Banff. The Aurora Borealis make an appearance several times throughout the year. Visitors have the best chance to spot the lights during the winter months from October to May. However, thanks to little light pollution and crisp mountain air, it is possible to see them during the …
Even after some time spent living in the Bow Valley, Baker Creek Mountain Resort (now called Baker Creek By Basecamp) reignited that ‘awe & wonder’ feeling in me that the mountains give their first-time visitors. This magical resort brought me back to everything the Rocky Mountains are: beauty, relaxation, adventure, nature, and comfort. Whether you are visiting the Rocky Mountains for the first time or know the area like the back of …
Radium Hot Springs, often referred to as “Radium,” is a small town in the East Kootenays. There are plenty of things to do in Radium Hot Springs that many visitors choose to spend a few days exploring – especially in the summer! Its location also means that some visitors will use the town as a …
Invermere is a popular destination near the Purcell Mountain Range and Kootenays. There are plenty of things to do in Invermere in the summer and winter for visitors of all ages. Whether snowboarding at Panorama Mountain Resort or tubing on Lake Windermere, it will be hard to get bored here! Where is Invermere? Invermere is …
Mount Assiniboine is an icon of the Canadian Rockies, and the journey to stand at its base is a worthwhile adventure. It is one of the finest backcountry trips in BC and the Canadian Rockies due to the resplendent landscape surrounding Mount Assiniboine. The provincial park is a place of reverence where wildflowers bloom, bears …
The Canadian Rockies do not fall short on beautiful lakes, and Kananaskis Country is no different. Some of the most beautiful lakes in Kananaskis require a long hike to reach, while others are just off the side of the road. While Grassi Lakes, Elbow Lake, and Spray Lakes hold a special place in our hearts, …
The Canadian Rockies are a paradise for skiing in every form…alpine, backcountry, and of course, nordic or cross-country skiing. I’ll admit that I was initially intimidated by the prospect of cross-country skiing in a landscape known for its steep slopes, but the valleys of Kananaskis Country offer hundreds of kilometers of flat and rolling trails, frequented …