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Things to Know BEFORE Visiting Mistaya Canyon

The Mistaya River meanders through the Canadian Rockies, with the stunning Icefields Parkway tracing its path. Beginning at Peyto Lake, 30 km away, the Mistaya River flows northwestward. Along its journey, it is fed by tributaries such as Delta, Silverhorn, Cirque, Noyes, Chephren, Totem, Epaulette, Bison, Kaufmann, and Sarbach. En route, the river forms elongated …

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Rimrock Resort Hotel Review: Lavish Living in the Rockies

If you want to add a little luxury to your Banff vacation, a stay at the Rimrock Resort Hotel is a must! With impeccable fine dining, a luxury spa, and a new view from every window, the Rimrock Hotel in Banff is guaranteed to enhance your Canadian Rockies experience. The Rimrock Resort Hotel sits high …

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Moraine Lake

When is the BEST Time to Visit Moraine Lake?

Moraine Lake is easily one of Canada’s most beautiful places. There is no image more iconic of the Canadian Rockies, or Canada for that matter, than Moraine Lake. It’s on every visitor’s bucket list, but when is the best time to visit Moraine Lake, and what is the Moraine Lake weather like? Moraine Lake is …

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Understanding the Parks Canada Moraine Lake Shuttle

The Parks Canada Moraine Lake Shuttle is the best way to see beautiful Moraine Lake. Parking has always been difficult at Moraine Lake, and visitors have always felt immense stress from seeing it in all its glory. Previously, over 5000 vehicles were turned away each day without getting the chance to see the lake. That’s …

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A Guide to Purchasing a Kananaskis Conservation Pass

The Kananaskis Conservation Pass, not to be confused with a Parks Canada National Parks Pass is an important aspect to learn about if you plan on doing any hiking or recreating in Kananaskis Country or the Bow Valley Corridor. It’s a fairly new pass, introduced in 2021, and is now something that must be thought …

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Golden Skybridge • 20 Things To Know BEFORE Visiting

The Golden Skybridge is Golden’s newest attraction. It’s a 426 ft high suspension bridge over a fantastic canyon with views across the Columbia Valley. The two suspension bridges are the highest in Canada, and those brave enough to walk across can take in the Purcell and Rocky mountain ranges. As you walk the bridge, you’ll …

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Understanding the New Parks Canada Alpine Start Shuttle

Every summer millions of people flock to Banff, and most have one lake at the top of their bucket list – Moraine Lake. Many of those visitors want to see sunrise at Moraine Lake. Though it’s not just visitors with the sunrise goal, but plenty of locals are looking for a cheap and efficient way …

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22 Fun Canmore Hikes and Trails from Easy to Hard

Interested in tackling some of the best Canmore hikes? The town’s locals and visitors are fortunate to have a wide selection of walks, hikes, and mountains to scramble. Canmore has around 70km of trails in town and is surrounded by many peaks that form the Bow Valley. In our opinion, Canmore is one of the …

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Johnston Canyon Lodge & Bungalows Review

The majestic Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park is a family-friendly walk featuring beautiful waterfalls and catwalks extending above the rushing turquoise waters. The sites offered by this canyon are a must-see on any Canadian Rockies visit. The best way to visit this highly sought-after destination is by staying at the family-owned and operated Johnston …

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Banff in May

Visiting Banff in May? Here’s All You Need to Know

If you plan on visiting Banff in May, you have picked an excellent off-season month. Banff in May isn’t your typical time to visit Banff. The month is far from warm in the Canadian Rockies, and you’ll still be dealing with snow. The ski resorts are still running for the first half of the month. …

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