Geraldine Lakes Hike, Jasper National Park
The Geraldine Lakes trail hike in Jasper National Park isn’t nearly as popular as other Jasper hikes – probably because
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The Ultimate Vancouver to Banff Road Trip
Thinking of visiting Canada and want to see a little piece of what this great country offers? Well, a trip
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Bald Hills Trail Hike, Jasper National Park Copy
The Bald Hills Trail hike in Jasper National Park is for those of you who don’t mind putting up with
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Valley of the Five Lakes Hike, Jasper
The Valley of the Five Lakes hike is a popular outing, especially for families, largely because it’s easy and close
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A Guide to Banff’s Bow Valley Parkway Copy
The Bow Valley Parkway is a 48-kilometre stretch of road between Banff and Lake Louise that parallels the Trans-Canada Highway.
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Bald Hills Trail Hike, Jasper National Park
The Bald Hills Trail hike in Jasper National Park is for those of you who don’t mind putting up with
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Windtower Hike in Spray Lakes Provincial Park
Summary A double whammy of a hike as you knock off West Wind Pass and Windtower – with its astounding
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Bourgeau Lake Hike and Harvey Pass
Last updated:August 8, 2022 The day trip from Calgary to do the Bourgeau Lake hike along with Harvey Pass and
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Cascade Amphitheatre Hike in Banff
The Cascade Amphitheatre hike is not the prettiest hike you’ll do in Banff National Park. Nor is it the most
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200 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta
In May I took delivery of a box of 200 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta – The Best Parks, Conservation
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A Complete Guide to Camping in Kananaskis
Camping in Kananaskis is one of the great pleasures of summer in Alberta. Camping is a great way to enjoy
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21 Incredible Alberta Waterfalls to Visit
Athabasca Falls, Jasper National Park Bighorn Falls near Sundre Blakiston Falls, Waterton Lakes National Park Bow Falls, Banff Bow Glacier
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Porcupine Ridge Hike in Kananaskis
My inspiration for doing the Porcupine Ridge hike came from a post I saw on Instagram in early May –
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Kananaskis Trail Hikes in Alberta With a View Copy
If you live in the Calgary – Banff corridor chances are pretty good that you already know how fantastic the
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Sulphur Mountain Hike via the Banff Gondola Trail
The Sulphur Mountain hike beneath the Banff Gondola is a Banff classic though it took me over a decade of
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Sulphur Mountain Hike via the Banff Gondola Trail
The Sulphur Mountain hike beneath the Banff Gondola is a Banff classic though it took me over a decade of
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BEST Things to Do in Waterton in Summer
Waterton Lakes National Park, A UNESCO World Heritage Site in southern Alberta, is an absolute gem of a place to
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BEST Kananaskis Hikes for Mountain Lovers
Alberta’s Kananaskis Country has grown in popularity since COVID reared its ugly head. People are discovering that the hiking is
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Rae Lake Kananaskis – A Beautiful Little Known Hike
The Rae Lake hike in Kananaskis Country, specifically in Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park, flies under the radar. Part of the
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Grotto Canyon Trail in Winter
The Grotto Canyon Trail, just outside of Canmore, is becoming increasingly popular in winter and for good reason. It’s easy
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Heart Creek Bunker Trail near Canmore
If you’re after a short, easy hike that is like no other, certainly that I have done in Alberta, check
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A Guide to Banff’s Bow Valley Parkway
The Bow Valley Parkway is a 48-kilometre stretch of road between Banff and Lake Louise that parallels the Trans-Canada Highway.
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The Best Things to do in Alberta, Canada
Whether you visit Alberta in winter or summer its beauty shines through. We’ve had the pleasure of visiting Alberta on
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15 Expert Winter Hiking Tips to Stay Warm & Safe
For many people the hiking season ends when the snow starts to fly. But it doesn’t have to be that
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The Best Things to do in Banff, Alberta for 2022
There is no doubt about it, Banff is the jewel of the Candian Rockies. Situated in Banff National Park in
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Canyon Creek Ice Cave Hike Near Bragg Creek
If you’re after a different sort of hike – one where the goal is an ice cave rather than an
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10 BEST Winter Hikes in Canmore & Nearby
Just because it’s cold outside and the ground is covered in snow doesn’t mean you can’t go hiking! In fact,
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Brazeau Loop Trail Hike in Jasper National Park
For a fabulous multi-day backpacking trip that includes an amazing alpine traverse, hike the Brazeau Loop trail in the southern
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Best Winter Hikes in Banff & Nearby
Banff National Park may be quieter in the winter, but its not lacking for winter activities. In fact, locals love
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Boom Lake Hike in Banff National Park
Boom Lake is a turquoise beauty, sitting beneath 600-metre cliffs in Banff National Park. It’s accessible from as early as
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Pigeon Mountain Hike near Canmore Alberta
What a delight the Pigeon Mountain hike near Canmore turned out to be. Once you get away from the powerline
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21 Best Things to do in Calgary, Alberta
Full of pioneering history and flanked by the Canadian Rockies, the beautiful city of Calgary is the place for your
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Smith Dorrien Trail – Highway 40 Road Trip
From Canmore, it’s easy to access the Smith Dorrien Trail – Highway 40 loop, a spectacular road trip in Alberta’s
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Lake Annette – Paradise Valley Hike & Camp
If you want a stellar hike or backpacking trip, without the crowds, in the heart of the Moraine Lake –
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Kneehill County Alberta – What to See & Do
Drive about an hour northeast of Calgary or two and a half hours south of Edmonton and you’ll reach Kneehill
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Eiffel Lake Hike in Banff National Park
The Eiffel Lake hike in Banff National Park is one fantastic outing with only one downside – it’s hard to
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14 Best Hikes in Jasper National Park – Alberta Canada
Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies spanning 11,000 square kilometers (4,200 sq miles) and
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Piper Pass Hike – A Gorgeous Trail in Kananaskis
The Piper Pass hike in Kananaskis Country’s Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park is fantastic. It exceeded all expectations in that it
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12 Best Hikes in Banff National Park
With close to 1000 miles of well-maintained trails, turquoise waters, alpine meadows, and lush forests, Banff National Park is one
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Tombstone Lakes Hike & Camping Trip in Kananaskis
Alberta’s Kananaskis Country offers an incredible diversity of hiking experiences that are almost on par with what you’ll find in
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Horseback Riding in Banff: Trail Riders Experience
Horseback riding is not really my thing. I’ve been petrified of horses since my horse-crazy mother put me on a
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Kananaskis Kayaking to the Point Campground
For anyone eager to get out on a lake or reservoir in Alberta, you’ll find Upper Kananaskis Lake to be
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Grand Rapids Wilderness Adventures Weekend
On a June weekend before most bugs had made their presence known, John and I took off for northern Alberta
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West Wind Pass Hike – Kananaskis Country
If you’re looking for an excellent mountain hike close to Canmore that doesn’t take all day, consider the easy but
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Ribbon Falls Hike in Kananaskis Country
If you love a good waterfall hike, then put the Ribbon Falls hike in Kananaskis Country on your must do
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Easy Kananaskis Hikes Everyone Will Love
We are lucky in Alberta to have such a wide range of hiking opportunities available to us in Kananaskis Country.
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Raspberry Ridge Hike in Alberta
I have enjoyed exploring areas in Alberta this spring that are new to me – and as it turns out
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Mount Lorette Ponds for a Nature Fix
The Mount Lorette Ponds in Alberta’s Bow Valley Provincial Park haven’t always been in existence. At one point they were
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Mount Burke Hike in Kananaskis Country
Fast forward to an unseasonably warm, windless mid-April day and I too have now done the Mount Burke hike. It’s
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Foran Grade and Windy Point Hike
The Foran Grade and Windy Point hike is a great choice for anyone who lives in the Calgary area and
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The Horton Hill Hike in Alberta’s Kananaskis Country
The Horton Hill hike, just an hour’s drive from Calgary in Kananaskis Country isn’t going to be the kind of
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The Best Things to do in Edmonton, Alberta
Are you ready to discover the best things to do in Edmonton? Here is a list with must see attractions
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10 Beginner Backpacking Trips in the Canadian Rockies
One of the great pleasures in my life is camping and backpacking in the Canadian Rockies. With years of experience
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Amazing Things to do in Jasper, Alberta
Jasper, Canada is often overshadowed by Banff National Park, but when visiting Alberta but this small town in Jasper National
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Nordegg Alberta – An Undiscovered Gem in the Rockies
The town of Nordegg Alberta is an undiscovered gem in the Canadian Rockies. Situated almost exactly halfway between Rocky Mountain
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