Jasper National Park is truly a beautiful place to visit in the Canadian Rockies. I have loved exploring this area year after year and during different seasons. Planning a trip to Jasper is great if you’re visiting nearby Banff National…
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18 Lakes by Banff National Park You Can’t Miss
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…
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…
Vermilion Lakes: Your Ultimate Guide! (2026)
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…
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…
Chester Lake Hike in Kananaskis Country, Alberta
The Chester Lake Hike in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park pleasantly surprised me when I first 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…
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…
