One of my favourite lakes in Banff National Park is Moraine Lake, but since 2023 you can no longer drive your personal vehicle there. That means that if you want to visit Moraine Lake in 2026, you’ll need to plan…
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Via Via Moraine Lake Shuttle Review
Visiting Moraine Lake is an absolute must while in Banff National Park! It’s one of my favourite lakes to visit in Banff and definitely worth the trip. Since 2023, personal vehicles are no longer allowed on Moraine Lake Road, therefore…
Vermilion Lakes: Your Ultimate Guide! (2025)
The Vermilion Lakes in Banff National Park are a chain of lakes with a beautiful ecosystem and stunning views of Mount Rundle. Fun animals live here like squirrels, muskrats, geese, deer, and more. One of my favourite things about the…
Canadian Rockies Without a Car (Banff + Jasper): Your Guide
Visiting the Canadian Rockies without a car is a question I get asked all the time by travellers trying to visit Jasper and Banff National Park on a budget. I’ve lived 4 hours away from Banff and Jasper my whole…
Ptarmigan Cirque Hike: Everything you need to know!
Located in the heart of Kananaskis Country in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, the Ptarmigan Cirque hike is one of my favourite hiking trails in the Canadian Rockies. This hike takes you through a variety of landscapes, starting in a steep…
Chester Lake Hike in Kananaskis Country, Alberta
The Chester Lake Hike in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park pleasantly surprised me when I hiked it in July 2023! Rated as moderate on AllTrails, this is the perfect day hike if you’re looking for a less trafficked hike that has…
Swimming in Banff: Your Complete Guide
Swimming in Banff is one of the best things to do on a hot summer day in the mountains. There are a bunch of different places to swim in Banff National Park, from alpine lakes to public swimming pools and…
Hiking Sunshine Meadows in Banff: Your Guide
Hiking Sunshine Meadows in Banff is one of my all-time favourite hikes I’ve done so far in the Canadian Rockies (maybe ever!), and it’s a great easy hike in Banff! There are so many amazing alpine lakes at Sunshine Meadows…
Banff on a Budget: Tips to Help You Save Money in Banff
Visiting Banff National Park can be an expensive trip to take, but visiting Banff on a budget is definitely possible!! These are my best tips to save money while visiting Banff, or at least to try and cut costs during…
How to Be a Responsible Visitor in Banff, Jasper, & The Canadian Rockies: The 7 Leave No Trace Principles
As Banff, Jasper, and the Canadian Rockies, in general, become more and more popular, it’s important for visitors to keep in mind the 7 Leave No Trace Principles as they explore this stunning place. These principles are important because they…
16 Easy Hikes Near Banff
There are so many amazing, easy hikes near Banff, that you could spend a week hiking and still not visit every trail! No matter where you go, Banff National Park is absolutely stunning, but for the best views, sometimes you…
Mistaya Canyon Hike in Banff National Park
The Mistaya Canyon hike is located just off the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. It’s a super pretty, short hike that is relatively close to the parking lot and leads to a stunning canyon and waterfall with…
