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AfarOct 15, 2026

Pine Trees That Change Color in the Fall? See Them in the Canadian Rockies.

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 ...

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  • Banff National ParkSightBanff, CanadaOne of the best regions for larch hikes.
  • Moraine LakeSightBanff, CanadaFamous scenic spot, particularly in autumn for larch hikes.
  • Kananaskis CountryNeighborhoodCanmore, CanadaA vast, protected wilderness area of mountains, lakes, and trails.
  • Chester LakeSightCanmore, CanadaGlacier-carved lake with golden larches ringing its shoreline.
  • Kootenay National ParkSightRadium Hot Springs, CanadaLarches are found here generally at elevations around 2,000 meters.
  • Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial ParkSightCanmore, CanadaIt is within the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
  • Larch ValleyTrailBanff, CanadaA 2.7-mile hike starting from Moraine Lake.
  • Rocky Mountain AdventuresPlaceCanmore, CanadaJoin us for a guided hike through the stunning golden larches of Larch Valley — a Canadian Rockies fall highlight.
  • The Malcolm HotelHotelCanmore, CanadaScottish-inspired mountain lodge overlooking two creeks.
  • SauvageRestaurantCanmore, CanadaA contemporary restaurant in Canmore, Alberta, offering seasonal tasting menus and à la carte dining in an intimate…
  • Grizzly Paw PubPubCanmore, CanadaTown's original craft brewery with an elevated restaurant.
  • Tank310RestaurantCanmore, CanadaElevated restaurant at the Grizzly Paw Pub.
  • Peter Lougheed Provincial ParkSightCanmore, Canada
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 4

The Most Beautiful National Parks in Canada, From the Tourist Favorites to the Hidden Gems

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.

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