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Biking in Banff National Park: The 8 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Canmore

Posted on January 9, 2023January 10, 2023 by Melinda Falgoust

Part of the allure of vacationing in the Canadian Rockies is the wide variety of outdoor activities available, but one is not to be missed—mountain biking. There is nothing more thrilling than feeling the rush of crisp mountain air through your hair as you tackle any of the many trails in Canmore, Alberta. Perched on…

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Everything You Need to Know About Buying Real Estate in Banff

Posted on August 8, 2022March 2, 2023 by K. Gordon

If you’re looking to purchase real estate in Banff, there are a few things you’ll need to take into consideration.

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Why You Should Visit Waterton Lakes National Park

Posted on July 12, 2022August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

Waterton Lakes National Park is located in Alberta, Canada. It was established in 1883 by John Wesley Powell, a geologist and explorer. The park has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984.

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Kananaskis Country in Review: The Perfect Golfers Weekend

Posted on July 5, 2022August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

With its meadows filled with brilliantly colored flowers, crystalline rivers, and pure alpine air, the summer months in Kananaskis Country make for exceptional hiking, fishing, and biking. Those are all great activities, but we are here to talk golf!

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Yoho National Park – Heart of The Canadian Rockies

Posted on June 2, 2022August 5, 2022 by Chris Smith

What Yoho National Park lacks in size, it makes up for with its emerald lakes, hanging glaciers, waterfalls and snow covered mountain peaks.

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7 Best Banff National Park Hotel Tips

Posted on May 22, 2022July 4, 2022 by Chris Smith

Before making any reservation, make sure you read up on our insiders guide to booking the right hotel at Banff National Park.

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Canmore – The Underestimated Town of the Rockies

Posted on May 18, 2022August 5, 2022 by Chris Smith

The Canadian Rockies town of Canmore, located just 15-minutes from Banff National Park, is a town built around recreation and entertainment.

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28 Best Drives and Walks Around Banff

Posted on May 17, 2022August 5, 2022 by Kelly Smith

We have compiled a list of the 28 best drives and walks there are to be found in Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies.

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The 3 Best Canoe Trips in Banff National Park

Posted on May 16, 2022August 5, 2022 by Chris Smith

Below you’ll find a detailed breakdown on our favorite Canadian Rockies canoe trips in and around Banff National Park.

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The 11 Best Canmore Hiking & Walking Trails

Posted on May 13, 2022August 5, 2022 by Chris Smith

With a network of walking trails through Canmore, along the river side and into mountain valleys, you won’t want to forget your camera.

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Canadian Rockies Cycling: Highwood Pass

Posted on May 3, 2022July 4, 2022 by Chris Smith

But if you have more time and can endure another ascent similar to the one you just completed, pedal through the pass and swoop into the Highwood River Valley.

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The Six Least-Trafficked Campgrounds Near Banff National Park

Posted on May 2, 2022July 4, 2022 by Gail McGlamery

Our exclusive list of the top Banff National Park campgrounds where you have the best chance to grab a spot.

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Family Friendly Tours and Hotels in the Canadian Rockies

Posted on April 28, 2022August 5, 2022 by Chris Smith

During the summer months, we get a lot of families vacationing in Banff and surrounding Canadian Rockies destinations.

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Four Easy Walks and Hikes That Make Banff the Gem of the Canadian Rockies

Posted on April 27, 2022July 4, 2022 by Chris Smith

There are many different kinds of walks and hikes you can do in and around Banff National Park. Here are four of the best walks and hikes in the Canadian Rockies.

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How to Spend One Day in Banff

Posted on April 26, 2022July 4, 2022 by Chris Smith

With only one day in beautiful Banff, activities are my middle name and I am not one to disappoint any of my guests.

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Our Favourite Waterfalls in the Canadian Rockies

Posted on April 22, 2022August 18, 2022 by Chris Smith

There’s something about the power of the water rushing over rock, and thinking about how this process is in many ways what created the amazing mountains you see in the Canadian Rockies today that I love.

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Visiting Banff National Park with Your Pet

Posted on April 21, 2022July 4, 2022 by Kelly Smith

If you’re crossing borders to vacation in Banff or anywhere the Canadian Rockies, and you’re bringing a pet, you’ll want to have some basic information about border crossing with pets.

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The Must Dos in Banff Town

Posted on April 20, 2022July 4, 2022 by Chris Smith

The must do’s on your first time to Banff, Alberta. We will help you find the right accommodations and choose the right activities.

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Hike to Lake Annette

Posted on May 19, 2021August 2, 2022 by Chris Smith

Soo many great hikes in the Canadian Rockies that take you to beautiful areas. One that isn’t too busy and is overlooked is Lake Annette. A 6 km hike into lake Annette ( one way). The hike starts at a parking lot not far from the entrance of Moraine lake road. The hike is fairly…

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Biking to Johnston Canyon

Posted on May 19, 2021June 17, 2021 by Chris Smith

Great news for those that love to bike without having to dodge cars in Banff. The 1A is open to Cyclists again without vehicle traffic all the way to Johnstons Canyon Resort. The best place to start is at The Fenlands Banff Recreation area where you can park your car and get on your way….

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How funding will be spent in Banff National Park for the next five years

Posted on July 27, 2016August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

If you care about the protection and preservation of Banff National Park as much as we do, you were no doubt thrilled to hear of the investment that has been promised by Canada’s federal government.

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Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry

Posted on October 28, 2015August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry Unlike the delicious glacial water you can lap up at the Columbia Icefields halfway between Jasper and Banff, not all wild water is safe to drink in the backcountry of the Canadian Rockies. Here are some of the best ways to find and purify your water. Finding…

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Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta

Posted on October 27, 2015June 3, 2021 by K. Gordon

Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta Even though early spring and summer are the best times to spot most birds in Banff National Park, there are some gems to be found in the fall months, when the air is cooler and the majority of the tourism has begun to wound down. Pick up a bird-watching…

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Rainy Day Activities in Banff, Alberta

Posted on October 27, 2015May 2, 2021 by K. Gordon

There are a wealth of outdoor activities in Banff for all abilities but sometimes it just isn’t fun to go hiking in the rain!

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Banff National Park Activities, Lake Minnewanka, Banff National Park

What To Do Near Banff National Park?

Posted on June 12, 2015August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

Here are four top Banff National Park activities you can partake in before or after a rafting day trip.

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Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival

Posted on October 30, 2014June 15, 2015 by K. Gordon

Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival Who says great things can’t come from having a few beers with friends. What originally started as a one day festival of climbing films in 1976 has now grown to 9 days of serious mountain culture fun as well as encompassing a world tour with over 840 screenings worldwide….

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Paddling the Mountain Parks Around Banff National Park

Posted on August 18, 2014 by K. Gordon

Few mountain activities offer the serenity, solitude, and perspective that are provided by a day of paddling on the magnificently turquoise waters of a glacially fed lake or river.

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Canadian Rockies Hiking

Canadian Rockies Hiking: Hidden Paths and Secret Passageways

Posted on July 30, 2014 by K. Gordon

Spend enough time exploring the peaks and valleys of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and you’re sure to stumble upon some amazing things.

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Recent Rains Contain Wildfires in the Canadian Rockies

Posted on July 22, 2014 by K. Gordon

Recent rain and decreased fire activity has allowed the blaze to be held. Travel between Jasper and Banff on the famous Icefield Parkway is flowing normally as the fire has been contained and is no longer visible from the road though the aftermath is quite a sight to behold.

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Flatlanders in the Canadian Rockies

Posted on July 1, 2014 by K. Gordon

You can always tell who the flatlanders are by the wide-eyed, stunned and dazed looks on their faces. We’re a little slow to get around because we’re constantly looking up, which is a new direction for most of us.

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Wildlife in Banff National Park

Protecting Roadside Wildlife in Banff National Park

Posted on June 23, 2014 by K. Gordon

There are a few things you need to consider when you choose to get up close and personal with the wildlife in Banff National Park on the road.

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Cycling the Banff Legacy Trail in Banff National Park

Posted on June 11, 2014 by K. Gordon

If you are a cyclist and enjoy traveling safely between Banff and Canmore, the Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail or also known as the Banff Legacy Trail in Banff National Park is a dream come true.

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Canadian Rockies Dining, Banff National Park

Dining in the Canadian Rockies: Let’s All Go For Breakfast!

Posted on June 4, 2014 by K. Gordon

Here are four of my family’s “go to” spots for breakfast in Banff National Park and the surrounding Canadian Rockies towns, like Canmore and Lake Louise.

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Muleshoe Picnic Area, Banffd National Park

Dining in the Canadian Rockies: Favorite Picnic Spots

Posted on June 3, 2014 by K. Gordon

However you do it, there is nothing like having a meal with family and friends in the great outdoors of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park!

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Backcountry Camping, Banff National Park

Camping, Critters, and Corn Nuts

Posted on June 2, 2014May 6, 2021 by K. Gordon

You never forget your first time-first time backcountry camping, that is. The anticipation, preparation, last minute planning and the hope that you’ll have a successful trip. In other words, no one gets eaten by a bear or falls off a cliff.

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Wild Water Adventures, Banff National Park

5 Activities not to be missed around Banff National Park

Posted on May 29, 2014December 7, 2021 by K. Gordon

For those interested in more “active” choices, here’s our “Fab 5” Banff National Park activities that we believe should not be missed.

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Grassi Lakes, Banff National Park

Canadian Rockies Hiking: Great Hikes for Young Families

Posted on May 28, 2014May 28, 2014 by K. Gordon

The following three hikes fit the big “pay-off” requirement in spades.

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Cave Tours in Banff and the Rockies

Posted on May 28, 2010May 16, 2014 by K. Gordon

Explore ancient caves in Banff, Alberta You will likely have heard of most of the great activities on offer in the Canadian Rockies like rafting, horseback riding and kayaking but one you may not know so much about is cave tours. There aren’t many of these kind of tours in the world so it really…

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Unique Summer Activities in Banff – Canoeing

Posted on May 26, 2010April 26, 2014 by K. Gordon

Canoeing in Banff National Park, Alberta Banff is well renowned as a place brimming with fun and activities. In winter, there is snow shoeing, skiing, snow boarding and ice skating. In summer, it can be as simple as a beautiful hike, bike trip or for something a little more adventurous – canoeing. Canoeing and Canada…

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Best Breakfast in Canmore – Chez Francois

Posted on May 25, 2010April 26, 2014 by K. Gordon

Best Breakfast in Canmore, Alberta – Chez Francois Though this blog is titled ‘Best breakfast in Canmore’, frankly the breakfast in Chez Francois is one of the best in the Rockies. It is really quite surprising as well as it doesn’t appear to be anything other than a cheap restaurant attached to a hotel. However…

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