Planning a trip to Drumheller? We’ve been to Drumheller five times now and have compiled a complete list of what to do in Drumheller, so you can take the stress out of planning and make the most of your visit. Located in the Badlands of Alberta, Drumheller is a hive of Dinosaur activity and this…
Summer always arrives a little earlier in the Columbia Valley, making Redstreak Campground a great choice for early season camping. It has been a long winter in the Rockies and with a higher than average snowpack and chilly spring, it’s been a slow start to the camping season. We finally had a weekend off and…
If you are looking for an easy, peaceful hike in Banff National Park, check out the Smith Lake hike and added bonus, add on the short detour to Copper Lake to snag two lakes in under half a day on the trail! I’d personally never really heard about these lakes or the fact there were…
Got itchy feet to hit the trail? Here are some popular spring backpacking trips in the Rockies, these are lower elevation trails which tend to be snow free earlier allowing backpackers to enjoy these trails in Spring, depending on the year. Winter in the mountains is different every year so before you head out on…
The Greenbelt Pathway trail is the perfect easy stroll if you are in Revelstoke. It provides incredible views and is located close to downtown and so it’s easy to reach on foot if you are wandering around town. It is paved so it’s perfect for anyone to tackle or if you want a bit more…
One of my favorite early season options to get outside is the hike to Boom Lake. It’s a great early season option when the sun is shining but most of the trails aren’t snow free. There will be no summiting mountains or going camping this week for me (I draw the line at negative 7…
Marble Canyon is a must see if you find yourself driving down Highway 93 south or are in Lake Louise or Banff and looking for an easy but rewarding trip. Often overlooked compared to the more famed Johnston Canyon hike. Marble Canyon doesn’t see the same crowds, although it does get very busy on a…
If you are looking for a fantastic year round hike close to the town of Banff, you have to check out the Stoney Lookout hike. This fairly easy hike can be completed as a loop, which goes through the forest and has a great view of the Bow Valley and Cascade Mountain from the summit….
The Troll Falls hike in Kananaskis is incredibly popular since it is fairly family friendly and suitable for a range of abilities. Much like the Johnston Canyon hike in Banff National Park, you can pick your own adventure. If you are looking for a shorter hike, head to the lower Troll Falls and turn around,…
There are lots of options when it comes to camping in Banff National Park. There are different sizes of campground as well as different core locations throughout the park where you might want to stay. Whether you need a full service site, are looking for something a bit rustic or you are camping for a…