“Banff National Park is Canada's first national park, established in 1885 as Rocky Mountains Park. Located in Alberta's Rocky Mountains, 110–180 kilometres (68–112 mi) west of Calgary, Banff encompasses 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 sq mi) of mountainous terrain, with many glaciers and ice fields,…”
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These are Alberta’s larches, a unique species of deciduous pine whose needles change color in the autumn and drop off for the winter. And, for a few brilliant weeks each September and October, they ...
One of the best regions for larch hikes.
Condé Nast Traveler
Whether you want to paddle across a glacier lake, hike a mountain trail, or spot moose and bison, Canada’s national parks offer stunning settings for numerous outdoor experiences.
Most visited park with aquamarine glacier lakes.
Condé Nast Traveler
These diverse landscapes serve as a beautiful reminder of why our planet is worth protecting.
Staggering views of the Rockies and glacial blue lakes
Lonely Planet
From fiery maples and copper-colored tundra to liquid gold aspens and larches, these are the best places to take in fall’s magic around the world.
National park accessible from Calgary.
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From the Serengeti to the Grand Canyon—plus 55 more destinations you need to see to believe.
Overwhelms with views of the Canadian Rockies.