Canadian Rockies
Mountain majesty. Turquoise lakes, glaciers, wildlife, and pristine wilderness.
About Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies deliver some of North America's most spectacular mountain scenery - where impossibly turquoise lakes mirror jagged peaks, massive glaciers calve into pristine waters, and wildlife roams ancient forests. From Lake Louise's iconic fairmont to Moraine Lake's Valley of the Ten Peaks, from Jasper's dark sky preserve to Banff's hot springs, from world-class skiing to summer hiking and wildlife viewing, the Rockies offer year-round adventure in a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness.
What to See & Do
Lake Louise - turquoise lake with Victoria Glacier backdrop
Moraine Lake - iconic Valley of Ten Peaks view
Banff - mountain town with hot springs and gondola
Icefields Parkway - spectacular scenic drive
Jasper - dark sky preserve and Maligne Lake
Columbia Icefield - walk on ancient glacier
Wildlife - bears, elk, bighorn sheep, and moose
Yoho National Park - Takakkaw Falls and Emerald Lake
Where to Stay
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
luxuryIconic castle hotel directly on Lake Louise with mountain views.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
luxuryLakeside cabins with golf, spa, and wilderness luxury.
Mount Engadine Lodge
boutiqueRemote backcountry lodge accessible by trail in Spray Valley.
Activities & Experiences
Icefields Parkway Drive
Scenic drive with glacier viewpoints
Glacier Walk
Guided walk on Athabasca Glacier
Lake Louise Canoeing
Paddle turquoise waters
Wildlife Safari
Early morning bear and elk viewing
Banff Gondola
Sulphur Mountain summit with views
Backcountry Hiking
Guided day hikes to alpine lakes
Where to Eat
Eden
Contemporary
Farm-to-table at Rimrock Resort
The Bison
Canadian
Local game and Rocky Mountain cuisine
Fairmont Dining
Fine Dining
Elegant meals at castle hotels
Grizzly House
Fondue
Banff institution since 1967
Sample Itineraries
Canadian Rockies Adventure
Arrive Banff
- Fly to Calgary
- Drive to Banff
- Check into hotel
- Afternoon town walk
- Banff Avenue shopping
- Dinner at The Bison
Lake Louise
- Early drive to Lake Louise
- Morning canoeing
- Hike to Lake Agnes teahouse
- Lunch at teahouse
- Moraine Lake afternoon
- Sunset photos
- Return Banff
Banff Exploration
- Morning wildlife safari
- Bear and elk viewing
- Lunch in town
- Banff Gondola
- Summit boardwalk
- Evening Banff Upper Hot Springs
Icefields Parkway
- Scenic drive north
- Bow Lake stop
- Peyto Lake viewpoint
- Columbia Icefield
- Glacier walk
- Arrive Jasper
- Check into lodge
Jasper Adventures
- Morning Maligne Canyon
- Lunch at lodge
- Afternoon Maligne Lake cruise
- Spirit Island
- Return and spa
- Dinner overlooking lake
Jasper Dark Sky
- Morning hiking Bald Hills
- Alpine meadows
- Packed lunch
- Afternoon rest
- Evening planetarium
- Dark sky stargazing
Return Calgary
- Scenic return drive
- Stops at viewpoints
- Lunch en route
- Arrive Calgary afternoon
- Evening departure
Quick Facts
Region
Central America
Best Time to Visit
Jun-Sep (hiking), Dec-Mar (skiing)
When to Go
June-September offers hiking season with wildflowers and long days. December-March perfect for skiing.
Avoid: April-May and October-November have unpredictable weather and many closures.
Getting There
Calgary Airport (YYC) is gateway - 1.5 hours to Banff. Vancouver (YVR) alternative with scenic drive. Edmonton serves Jasper. Rental car essential for exploring. Brewster offers tours. Rocky Mountaineer luxury train from Vancouver.
Local Tips
- Book hotels 6-12 months ahead for summer
- Parks pass required - buy at entrance or online
- Bear safety crucial - carry bear spray on trails
- Lake Louise parking fills early - arrive before 7am
- Weather unpredictable - pack layers and rain gear
- Wildfire smoke can impact visibility in late summer
- Tipping 15-20% standard in restaurants
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