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A Winter Gear Maintenance Checklist for Every Discipline
Prepare before the first major snowfall: inspect equipment, replace worn parts, book servicing, and avoid the early-season rush. UNIVERSAL FALL GEAR PREP OUTERWEAR & CLOTHING [ ] Wash technical shells...
The Best Après Restaurants in Banff
The Best Après Dinner Spots Around Banff When you think of Banff, the first thing that might come to mind is its breathtaking scenery, not its nightlife. While Banff isn’t...
Local’s Guide: Wild Ice Skating in the Canadian Rockies
From the mirror-like surfaces of high-alpine lakes to the glassy, frozen rivers threading through the Bow Valley. It’s when the iconic turquoise waters of the Bow Valley freeze over that...
Local's Guide: The Best Larch Hikes in the Canadian Rockies
If you live for that one-week-of-gold moment every autumn, you already know why larch season is a religion out here. We've helped guests navigate these landscapes for years and personally...
5 Steps to a Successful Backcountry Trip in Banff National Park
A local’s guide to booking, planning, packing and executing a successful backcountry camping trip in Canada’s oldest protected landscape, Banff National Park.
How to Pack for Summer in Banff
The speed and volatility with which the weather can shift in the Canadian Rockies is a common anecdote among those unfamiliar with the area. This makes ‘dressing for the weather’...
How to Bike the Bow Valley Parkway: Seasonal Closure
The Bow Valley Parkway cycling experience program is back for another year after a successful three-year pilot program. From May 1 to June 25, public vehicles are restricted on the parkway’s...
A Locals Guide: Wildflower Hikes in the Canadian Rockies
Your trail companion to the most colourful hikes in the Canadian Rockies The Canadian Rockies are home to one of North America’s most vibrant seasonal displays of alpine wildflowers....
Preparing for a Rainy Hike in the Canadian Rockies
When moody clouds roll in over the Canadian Rockies, the mountains don’t become off-limits; they simply require a different mindset and better preparation. Rainy day hikes can be incredibly rewarding:...
How to Bike the Bow Valley Parkway: Seasonal Closure
The Bow Valley Parkway cycling experience program is back for another year after a successful three-year pilot program. From May 1 to June 25, public vehicles are restricted on the parkway’s...
Parks Pilot Program Returns to the Valley
Banff National Park's Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A) is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and tranquil atmosphere. To enhance the cycling experience and reduce vehicle traffic, Parks Canada...
The Most Scenic Bike Rides in The Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies is a cyclist’s paradise. From the towering peaks to the pristine waters of mountain lakes, Banff offers some of the most breathtaking bike routes in the world....
