Everyone’s immediate goal is to get to the world famous view at the lakeshore. But why not build in some anticipation? You’ll only be a virgin once, so timing is crucial! To make this moment the best it can be, you must avoid the lakeshore from 10 am to 4 pm (in summer), when the…
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Moraine Lake – Don’t miss our “other” lake
The next stop in the immediate Lake Louise vicinity is our other fabulous lake, Moraine Lake (open in summer only). Moraine can be extremely busy by noon, so it is important to get an early start on the day. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, then head out (say, before 9:30 am) to the shore of Moraine…
Round out your Icefields Parkway tour
Stop at the interpretive signs. Many of the viewpoints have displays that explain more about the area. Discover Biking in Scottsdale, Arizona!Phoenix/Scottsdale Bike RentalsBike Scenic Arizona Canal Stretch your legs at one of the short trails along the way. Not only does Bow Summit offer one of the most famous views in the Rockies (Peyto…
Plenty of activities for non-hikers and skiers at Lake Louise
We’ve organized things by month, but some activities could be done in multiple months or multiple seasons. Scan this whole page for ideas.
Lake Louise Drives and Walks
A drive in the Rockies with stops along the way will leave visitors with lots of memories to take back home. Many of the scenic drives in and around the village of Lake Louise along with some…
Rocky Mountain Destinations
Canadian Rockies Destinations is the premier on-line guide to the attractions, accommodations, services and recreational opportunities found in Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Kananaskis Country, Lake Louise and Canmore. Fly into international airports in Calgary, Alberta (one hour east of Banff), Edmonton, Alberta (three hours east of Jasper) or Vancouver, British Columbia (ten hours…
Banff Outdoor Recreation and Activities
Guided Tours and Activities | Backpacking in the Canadian Rockies | Day – Hikes | Stuff for kids | Mountain Biking | Camping | Fishing | Golfing | Skiing | Evening Entertainment | Sightseeing | Dogs In the Park | Organized Tours, Sightseeing and Transportation Recreational opportunities abound in Banff National Park with over one-thousand…
Mountain Biking in the Canadian Rockies
From the eastern slopes of Kananaskis Country to the northern ranges of Jasper National Park, the Canadian Rockies offer mountain bikers an extraordinary biking experience with unparalleled scenery. Many of the mountain biking trails in the recreation areas and national parks of the Canadian Rockies run through fairly remote areas, so ride prepared for mechanical…
Mountain Biking Banff
With long summer days it’s possible to cover a lot of ground from early morning to late evening if you’ve got a full day, or to go out for a great ride in the evenings when it’s cooler…