A Guide to Calgary Stampede: Everything You Need to Know

Calgary Stampede is one of the greatest annual events happening in Calgary, a city in Alberta Province, every July. In this Calgary Stampede travel guide, we share everything you need to know before visiting this event. From how to buy tickets, how to get, what to wear to what you can expect, we've got you covered.

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A Guide on Larch Valley Hike and Sentinel Pass

Larch Valley hike is one of the best autumn hikes in Banff National Park, Alberta, which you can easily extend with the Sentinel Pass trail. Seeing the yellow larches in the Canadian Rockies is an experience no visitor should miss. This Larch Valley hiking guide includes a trail description and tips on when to visit, what to pack, and where to park.

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A Guide to Garibaldi Lake and Panorama Ridge Hike

Panorama Ridge hike via Garibaldi Lake in Whistler, British Columbia, is a worthwhile trail in Canada offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Garibaldi Lake is also the best day trip from Vancouver. Our hiking guide includes how to get to the trailhead, difficulty, what to pack, or where to stay.

The Canadian Rockies Packing List for All Seasons

What should you pack when traveling to the Canadian Rockies and plan on visiting world-known destinations such as Banff, Jasper, or Lake Louise? Here's our tried and tested ultimate Canadian Rockies packing list for summer or winter vacation.

A Guide to Camping and Campgrounds in the Canadian Rockies

Camping is one of the best ways to experience the Canadian Rockies. Our camping travel guide features information on campgrounds in Banff, Jasper, Yoho, and Kootenay National Park. Including tips on making a reservation, camping gear for frontcountry and backcountry camping, and when to go.

A Guide to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park

Emerald Lake is one of the best places to visit in Yoho National Park, British Columbia. Our travel guide includes the best things to do at Emerald Lake in summer and winter, tips on hiking, canoeing, when to go, directions, and accommodation.

A Guide to Bourgeau Lake and Harvey Pass Hike

Harvey Pass past Bourgeau Lake is a spectacular but less known day hike in Banff National Park. Our Bourgeau Lake Trail travel guide includes everything you need to know. The trail description, trek extension to Harvey Pass, tips on how to get or what to pack.

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A Guide to Mount Robson Provincial Park

Mount Robson Provincial Park in British Columbia features the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, many hiking trails, and plenty of activities to do. Our travel guide includes the best things to do in Mount Robson Provincial Park, top hikes, attractions, and tips on when to go, directions, or accommodation.

A Guide to Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park

Maligne Canyon is a beautiful place in Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies. When planning your itinerary, you must include the Maligne Canyon on your list, together with a short hike along the canyon's rim. This activity is suitable for every type of traveler. Read our Maligne Canyon travel guide with tips on how to get there, what to see and what to pack.

A Complete Guide to Hiking in Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park

Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park is one of the top hiking destinations in British Columbia, Canada. Mount Assiniboine hikes are plentiful, and trails are less crowded than other places in the Canadian Rockies. Our Mount Assiniboine travel guide includes the best things to see and do, tips on how to get, where to stay, what to pack, and practical information a first-time visitor needs to know.

Canadian Rockies Travel Budget

A trip to the Canadian Rockies is expensive, and you might wonder how much things cost. Read our comprehensive Canadian Rockies budget guide, including our expenses and tips on saving money while traveling around top places such as Banff, Jasper, and other national parks.

A Guide to Sunwapta Falls and Canyon

Sunwapta Falls, one of the best and most beautiful waterfalls on the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park, is a must-visit place in the Canadian Rockies. Take a short hike from the parking lot to Upper Falls and enjoy the views or follow the trail and walk to the Lower Falls. Read our Sunwapta Falls travel guide, including tips on how to get, what to expect, and where to stay.

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A Guide to Hiking the Cory and Edith Pass Loop

Cory and Edith Pass Loop was the most challenging day hike we did in Banff National Park and overall in the Canadian Rockies. Read our Cory and Edith Pass Loop hiking guide, including tips on the trailhead location, how to get, trail description, where to stay, and how to stay safe.

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Horseshoe Canyon: Hiking in the Canadian Badlands

Hiking in the Horseshoe Canyon in Drumheller, Alberta, was one of our favorite things to do in this area. Located in the Canadian Badlands, Horseshoe Canyon is known for its ancient fossils, dinosaur findings, colorful hills, and great hiking trails. This travel guide includes tips on how to get there, where to stay, when to visit, and what to pack.

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Where to Stay in Banff: The Best Hotels & Travel Tips

Are you looking for the best place to stay in Banff? We recommend you the best hotels, hostels, and campgrounds in Banff town and the national park in our travel guide. We also share tips on when to reserve your accommodation to save money, outline all the budget options you have, and other accommodation alternatives in Lake Louise, Canmore, and Calgary.

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How to Stay Safe in Bear Country

Staying safe in a bear country is essential. We share advice on preventing and avoiding encounters with bears when hiking in the Canadian Rockies and U.S. National Parks, but you can use these tips for basically any outdoor trip.

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Where to Stay in Jasper National Park

If Jasper is on your Canadian Rockies itinerary, you should start planning accommodation straightaway because this small town is often booked out well in advance. Read our travel guide on where to stay in Jasper, where we share the best hotels, hostels, or campsites in Jasper and the near surroundings.

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Opal Hills Trail: Amazing Hike in Jasper National Park

Opal Hills Trail is among the best day hikes in Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies. Read our Opal Hills Trail hiking guide featuring what to expect, loop description, length, difficulty, trailhead, how to get, and tips on what to pack and where to stay.