Official Tourism Guide for Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies
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…
If you’re looking to purchase real estate in Banff, there are a few things you’ll need to take into consideration.
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.
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!
What Yoho National Park lacks in size, it makes up for with its emerald lakes, hanging glaciers, waterfalls and snow covered mountain peaks.
Before making any reservation, make sure you read up on our insiders guide to booking the right hotel at Banff National Park.
The Canadian Rockies town of Canmore, located just 15-minutes from Banff National Park, is a town built around recreation and entertainment.
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.
Below you’ll find a detailed breakdown on our favorite Canadian Rockies canoe trips in and around Banff National Park.
With a network of walking trails through Canmore, along the river side and into mountain valleys, you won’t want to forget your camera.
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.
Our exclusive list of the top Banff National Park campgrounds where you have the best chance to grab a spot.
During the summer months, we get a lot of families vacationing in Banff and surrounding Canadian Rockies destinations.
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.
With only one day in beautiful Banff, activities are my middle name and I am not one to disappoint any of my guests.
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.
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.
The must do’s on your first time to Banff, Alberta. We will help you find the right accommodations and choose the right activities.
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…
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….
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.
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…
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…
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!
Here are four top Banff National Park activities you can partake in before or after a rafting day trip.
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….
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.
Spend enough time exploring the peaks and valleys of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and you’re sure to stumble upon some amazing things.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
For those interested in more “active” choices, here’s our “Fab 5” Banff National Park activities that we believe should not be missed.
The following three hikes fit the big “pay-off” requirement in spades.
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…
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…
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…
