I recently got an email inquiring about how to get some photography in on a summer vacation to the Canadian Rockies with a family in tow. The challenges are obvious when you have young kids in the car and you’re not that familiar with the area, so I’ll begin by breaking down some tips for…
Category: Family Travel in the Canadian Rockies
Stuff for kids to do in the Canadian Rockies
The “what’s there to do here” page There are a variety of little known places that are perfect for the ever eternal question – If located in Hotel you can get in to these things seperately. Have fun! Banff Waterslide/Pool at the Douglas Fir Resort Skateboard Park at the Banff Community Rec Centre Small arcade/bowling…
Family Walks and Hikes
There are a variety of walks and hikes suitable for a family day outing. We have highlighted a few select walks from Mike Potter’s Hiking Lake Louise and Backcountry Banff. Have fun! Use the Back Button on your browser to return to this page. Banff Johnson Lake Fenland Trail Tunnel Mountain Lake Louise and Icefields…
Picnic Areas – Banff National Park
Picnic Areas Banff National Park Recreation Grounds Banff Townsite, 18 tables, toilets, 2 kitchen shelters Central Park Banff Townsite 17 tables, flush toilets Johnson Lake Lake Minnewanka Road 16 tables, toilets, 3 fire rings Canal Lake Minnewanka Road 6 tables, toilets Two Jack Lake Lake Minnewanka Road 8 tables, toilets, 2 fire rings Lake Minnewanka…
Emergency Services
Emergency Services We want your family vacation to be as safe and enjoyable as possible. One never knows when an emergency situation may arise. Be prepared to help others and yourselves. Banff Fire/Ambulance/Police 911 Hospital 762-2222 Warden’s Office 762-4506 Poison Centre 1-800-332-1414 Lake Louise Fire/Ambulance/Police 911 Hospital (Banff) 762-2222 Warden’s Office 762-4506 Poison Centre 1-800-332-1414…