Alberta's Best Hiking Trails
The Canadian Province of Alberta is an outdoor-lovers paradise. World famous destinations like Jasper, Lake Louise, Waterton and Banff draw the crowds, and for good reason – they’re beautiful. Big mountains, stunning emerald coloured lakes, abundant glaciers, forests, game and fresh air make Alberta one of the best places for your upcoming holiday.
Planning Your Weekend Getaway to Jasper
With jagged mountain peaks, towering glaciers, flourishing lakes, cascading waterfalls and seemingly endless canyons—the sheer size of Jasper will shock even the most experienced outdoor explorer. Experience the ultimate activity weekend—hiking, canoeing, bicycling, white water rafting, and more in summer or cross-country skiing, snowshoeing the backcountry and unwinding in the Miette Hot Springs in winter. The list of things to do in Jasper is extensive!
Saddle Mountain Hike | Banff National Park
Saddle Mountain Hike is a simple and quick add-on to Saddleback Pass trail. You’ll be able to see the peak from the pass, and is an accessible way to get some great views across the Bow Valley and into Sheol Valley. This is an excellent moderate hike in the Lake Louise area on the less-populated side of the lake.
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Arethusa Cirque | Kananaskis Country
Arethusa Cirque is one of the best larch hikes in the Canadian Rockies. The colours and views are spectacular. Route finding on this trail can be challenging, and it seems we regularly meet other hikers who are lost. It’s best to have a GPS app on your smartphone to help you follow the route.
Incredible Alberta Lakes: Taylor Lake, Banff National Park
The trail to Taylor Lake is a straightforward fire road type trail that ascends straight to the lake with no junctions or diversions. It gains elevation steadily through the forest and ends with a meadow before reaching the lake. You’ll be able to admire the astonishing Mount Bell from the shores. A backcountry campground equipped with a pit toilet and picnic tables makes stopping at Taylor Lake extra comfortable.
Things To Do Around Banff in Winter For Outdoor Lovers
So it’s snowing, now what? Instead of cozying up indoors, grab your boots, mittens, toque, skis, snowshoes, and throw everything in your car and get ready for some Banff winter activities. In this article, we’ll detail the best outdoor winter activities and best winter deals in and around this postcard-painted Albertan mountain town. Read on to discover extraordinary things to do in winter in Banff!