The lakes in Banff National Park are amazing, picturesque, and one of the main things to see! There are hundreds of lakes in and near Banff and a lot of them are really easy to get to. To visit most…
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Moraine Lake Bus Company Shuttle Review
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…
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…
How to Get From Lake Louise to Moraine Lake (2026)
The two most beautiful lakes in Alberta, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, are located incredibly close to each other, which means they are super easy to visit on the same day! But, because Moraine Lake is no longer accessible by…
Moraine Lake in Winter (2026)
Moraine Lake is one of the most popular spots to visit in Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies, and for good reason! It is absolutely stunning. But with its popularity (and the emergence of social media!) brings a ton…
Peyto Lake: Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting (2026)
Peyto lake is a glacier-fed lake located on the Icefields Parkway in Alberta, Canada. I live around 4 hours from the Canadian Rockies and have visited Peyto Lake 4 times over the years during my adventures in Banff National Park!…
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…
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, especially in 2026 as costs continue to rise. There are some ways that you can cut costs and help visit Banff on a budget. I’ve lived 4 hours from…
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…
