Travel Guide for Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies
Things To Know Before Visiting Banff, Alberta The best way to find out about a new place is by asking a local. When talking about Banff, they don’t come much more local than the Banff Park Ranger. I have spent time in some of Banff’s best accommodations, partaken in the most exciting adventures and drank…
It wouldn’t be the first time that this proposal has been made but once again the idea of bringing bison back to Banff has been brought to the table.
Eco-Friendly Ways to Entertain Your Kids in Banff, Alberta There are so many things that can get in the way of your kids getting out of the house and enjoying some good old-fashioned eco-friendly activities. Put away the computer games, turn off the TV. Here are 5 tips to help you out. 1. Grow a…
The Park Ranger’s Three Favourite Restaurants Storm Mountain Lodge Address: Storm Mountain Lodge is located in Banff National Park in the Vermillion Pass on the Banff-Windermere Highway (#93 south). It is just 25 minutes outside of Banff and Lake Louise townsites. Phone: 403.762.4155 Storm Mountain Lodge is the defenition of an off the beaten track…
Silver Tip Golf Course – Canmore, Alberta Park Rangers need to relax too and there is no better way to release stress than a refreshing round at the gentlemen’s game. I have golfed a fair few of the courses around the Rockies and there are by no means a shortage. Silver Tip is one, however,…
When I travel, I like to bring home gifts that are unique to the country I’m visiting. I try to pick-up things locals buy too, not just tacky key chains or t-shirts. If you also like to hunt for authentic keepsakes, try the following stores: The Bear and the Butterfly (214 Banff Ave) On top…
Rocky Mountain Food in Banff, Alberta If you’re looking for a quick and easy spot for lunch in downtown Banff, head to The Bison Mountain Bistro and General Store (211 Bear St.). The General Store is a unique bistro style restaurant with indulgent salads, soups, and sandwiches like Prosciutto and mozzarella with tomatoes and grainy…
Canmore, Alberta hotels have great deals Canmore, Alberta is a great place to go to save a few dollars on lodging. It’s only 20 minutes from Banff and you have to pass by it on the way from Calgary. Canmore has hotels and Inns from the cheap to the upscale. (The Ranger is a man…
Backcountry Trips in Banff National Park, Alberta BANFF, Alberta – The Canadian Rockies offers some of the most exhilarating sights for the visitor, with so many areas to choose from that it is often difficult to determine where to go first. BanffNationalPark.com has put together a short list of favorite trips that span anywhere from…