by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Feb 12, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
Escape the crowds at the mega-popular Lake Louise in Banff National Park and try Mount St. Piran Hike to see the lake from above. The 13 km trail is quite easy and you’ll leave behind other hikers from popular routes. Some lakes are pretty just to look at from the...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 29, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Running
One of the best off-the-beaten-path places in Banff National Park with a pristine blue lake and a glacier above. Glacier Lake Trail is 18 km long, an ideal trail run, hike or even backpacking overnight trip for beginners. Banff National Park has so many undiscovered...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Aug 21, 2023 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
The Aylmer Lookout is the only hike in the famous Lake Minnewanka area to see the lake from above. A 25 km trail will reward you with spectacular panoramic views on top. I’ve wanted to do this bike & hike combo for years. Ever since we lived in Banff, almost....
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Feb 12, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
While Banff and Jasper receive a fair amount of visitors every hiking season, there’s much more to the Canadian Rockies. Let me tell you about Kananaskis Country and one of the lesser-known hikes – Little Lougheed Hike. Kananaskis Country lies west of Calgary...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 27, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
The clean alpine air, the smell of the pine trees and mountain views all around you. Can you imagine? Banff National Park, the most popular Canadian park is a real heaven for outdoor enthusiasts. We compiled a list of 20 best hikes in Banff National Park. Our detailed...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Feb 8, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
A lesser-known hike in the Canadian Rockies will take you to two alpine lakes and summit views. Rockbound Lake Hike is a great day trip in Banff National Park. If you’ve ever driven to Lake Louise, you noticed the long ridge of Castle Mountain on the right side. Who...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 25, 2022 | Adventures, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Water Activities
The Icefields Parkway has been named one of the world’s most scenic drives by many international publications. It’s a gorgeous road between Lake Louise and Jasper with never-ending glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, mountains, and wildlife. Experience the best...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Aug 21, 2023 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Running, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports
Are you planning a trip to Banff and don’t know where to start and what to do? This article gives you a lot of ideas about what to do in the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the ultimate Banff bucket list for your trip to the Canadian Rockies. We’ve gathered the best...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 4, 2022 | Adventures, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
While Ha Ling Peak Hike is the most popular in Canmore, its neighbour Mount Lawrence Grassi offers the same views without the crowds on the trail (but it’s not easy). Read our comparison to choose which one is best for you. Hiking in the Canadian Rockies is more...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Dec 12, 2023 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports
Canmore, located in the Bow Valley of the Canadian Rockies, is Banff’s little-known neighbour and has everything you might be looking for – mountain views, lakes, hikes, and plenty of areas to relax after an adventure-filled day. There’s plenty to choose...