The Skyline Trail is Jasper National Park’s highest and most famous backpacking path. Over half of the 44km route is above treeline, treating hikers to wide open views of seemingly endless wildflower meadows and some seriously impressive peaks.
Dreaming of a mountain escape in the Canadian Rockies, away from the crowds? Then I have a suggestion for you – Kananaskis Country, specifically, a stay at Skyridge Glamping. This is the ideal base from which to explore – only 100km from Calgary (closer than Banff!) and yet in the midst of the peaks, with hiking trailheads just minutes away.
Just a short drive south of Penticton, the Peach Cliff hike is short, rewarding and surprisingly interesting. The panoramic views span Vaseux Lake and McIntyre Bluff, stretch across Okanagan Falls and Skaha Lake, and reach all the way to Penticton. As locals, this is one of our favourite trails for a quick early morning summer hike, before the heat sets in.
Snowbird Pass is the most popular day hike from Berg Lake and it’s easy to see why. With spectacular alpine scenery from start to finish, this trail is about the journey as much as the destination. Huge glaciers, lush alpine meadows, marmots, mountain goats and more!
The UK is threaded with a network of canals, linking landscapes and communities. The 200+ year old Basingstoke Canal is lined by a 32 mile (51km) towpath, which passes a 13th century castle, WWII fortifications, 28 locks and plenty of pubs.
As rewarding as it is challenging, the Top of the Giant Trail offers an unique all day hiking experience in northwestern Ontario. The path ascends the ‘knees’ of the Sleeping Giant, an impressive formation of volcanic rock rising above beautiful Lake Superior, revealing wide ranging vistas of the water as well as the parks’ boreal forest and a deep natural gorge.
The Skoki Valley is a much-loved part of Banff National Park and it’s easy to see why. A network of well travelled backcountry trails connect a series of spectacular valleys, passes, mountains and lakes. For anyone who loves the alpine, it’s a dream to explore. One of the most popular routes is the Skoki Loop, with Baker Lake serving as one of its many highlights.
Steep, short and satisfying – that’s the Hermit Trail in a nutshell. In just two hours, you can hike from the highway parking lot to stunning alpine meadows framed by towering mountain peaks. Sure, it’ll take some work to get there but the rewards are truly glorious. Here’s what you need to know about this Glacier National Park (Canada) hike!
Kinney Lake is one of Mount Robson Provincial Park’s most accessible gems – a spectacular turquoise lake framed by mountain peaks, including the highest in the Canadian Rockies, located less than 5km from the trailhead. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Kinney Lake in Mount Robson Provincial Park.
The Berg Lake Trail is an iconic multi-day hiking adventure in British Columbia, Canada. But what to bring on this unforgettable backpacking trip? In this post, I aim to help you create your own perfect Berg Lake Trail packing list.
The Othello Tunnels were carved through solid granite over a century ago, an engineering marvel that enables modern visitors to walk through the heart of the steep Coquihalla Canyon. This guide provides a full overview of the Othello Tunnels, covering their history, recent restoration, and key information for anyone planning a visit.
Picture a turquoise alpine lake ringed by rugged peaks, a remote teahouse, and a meadow glowing with golden larches. Believe it or not, this isn’t Banff National Park. It’s Diana Lake, which is tucked into an alpine valley beneath the Brisco Range on the BC side of the Canadian Rockies.
The 22km long Berg Lake Trail, most often backpacked over several days, has it all – massive glaciers, jagged mountain peaks, steep forested valleys, dramatic waterfalls, and turquoise coloured lakes. Put simply, it’s a showcase of the very best the Canadian Rockies has to offer.
San Josef Bay showcases true Vancouver Island coastal wilderness. For visitors willing to go the distance, San Josef Bay holds an extra surprise beyond its remote sandy shores and ocean vistas: majestic sea stacks, sculpted by the relentless ocean waves. Here’s everything you need to know.
Fallen in love with Lake O’Hara in British Columbia but don’t have a shuttle bus reservation to get there? Perhaps you missed the chance to join the lottery in March or didn’t realise there was a lottery system at all. Either way, this post is for you! I’ll explain how it is still possible to visit Lake O’Hara without a reservation.
Did you know that there are basalt columns in British Columbia? The Aberdeen Columns near Vernon are a great example and a must see for beyond the beaten path enthusiasts. While the Aberdeen Columns are not the only examples of this type of volcanic rock in BC, they are one of the most accessible. Here are the details you need to go.
Lake O’Hara really is the crown jewel of the Canadian Rockies. With pristine turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, soaring mountain peaks, giant glaciers, hanging valleys and more (!), Lake O’Hara has it all. If you only have time to explore just one place in the Canadian Rockies, Lake O’Hara would be an excellent choice.
British Columbia is a dream destination for multi-day hiking. Not sure where to go? Whether you’re experienced hiker or a first timer, I’ve got you covered with this guide to British Columbia’s best backpacking trails!
The Lake O’Hara Alpine Circuit is a truly spectacular high elevation hiking experience in Yoho National Park. This 11km loop trail offers a highlights reel of the Lake O’Hara area, one of the Canadian Rockies most beautiful alpine landscapes.
The Shuswap is a firm favourite for summer vacations in BC. It has it all – a huge lake, hot weather, endless water recreation opportunities, beautiful scenery, easy highway access and more. But what about outside of summer? Well, not only does this region remain just as accessible, but it still has plenty to offer in terms of things to do.