Round out Your Lake Louise Itinerary
By Chris Smith
The Lake Louise Visitor Centre has exhibits focusing on the geology of the Canadian Rockies, including an interactive video featuring Dr. G.O. Morph and a...
Round out Your Train Itinerary
By Clare Marshall
Enjoy a meal at the Lake Louise Station Restaurant. The restaurant is housed in the second Lake Louise train station, an original 1908 log building...
Round out your Kootenay Itinerary
By Chris Smith
Olive Lake, just past the Sinclair Pass Viewpoint, is a perfect spot to enjoy a picnic and fishwatch. The cool forest that surrounds the lake...
Round Out Your Icefields Parkway Tour
By Clare Marshall
Peyto Lake © Just one of the side trips recommended by the editors along the Icefields Parkway. Stop at the interpretive signs. Many of the...
Train Buff’s Itinerary
By Chris Smith
When the Canadian Pacific Railway was built across our young country, the Rocky Mountains were the first large barrier to be crossed on the way...

The Alberta Guide to Hotels in Banff
By Chris Smith
Planning a trip to Banff National Park? You are going to need a place to stay! There are a plenty of options, from several hotels in Banff to lodges, cabins, hostels, or campsites.
The Ultimate Canadian Rockies Vacation Planner
By Gail McGlamery
Here is everything you need to know about visiting Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies.
Banff National Park of Canada Maps & Guides
By Trevor Holewinski
Banff National Park of Canada offers visitors amazing experiences through a robust line of free maps, vacations guides, brochures, and a monthly newsletter. Get on the list!
Canmore – The Underestimated Town of the Rockies
By Trevor Holewinski
The Canadian Rockies town of Canmore, located just 15-minutes from Banff National Park, is a town built around recreation and entertainment.
From Vancouver to Banff by Train
By Gail McGlamery
The Rocky Mountaineer and VIA rail tours offer the every traveler unparalleled views of the Canadian Rockies travelling from Vancouver to Banff by train.
Things to Do in Banff
By Gail McGlamery
There are so many things to do in Banff National Park that you will wish you had more time on your vacation. Check out the Complete Guide on Things to Do in Banff.

Posts published in “Banff Winter Activities”

Dog Sledding in Banff

By K Gordon on January 3, 2022

Dog and dog sledding is an important part of Western Canada's history and culture, one you can still experience today in Banff National Park.

Snowshoeing in Banff

Snowshoeing in Banff

By Chris Smith on January 3, 2022

Sleigh Rides in Banff

Sleigh Rides in Banff

By Chris Smith on January 3, 2022

Ice Skating in Banff

Ice Skating in Banff

By K Gordon on January 3, 2022

Nordic Skiing in Banff

Nordic Skiing in Banff

By K Gordon on January 3, 2022

Ski Mountaineering in Banff

Ski Mountaineering in Banff

By Chris Smith on January 2, 2022

Skiing in Banff National Park

Skiing in Banff National Park

By Clare Marshall on January 2, 2022

Banff Motorcoach Tours with WOW Banff
Banff Motorcoach Tours with WOW Banff
By K Gordon
A motorcoach sightseeing tour is a fun way to explore in and around Canadian Rockies towns such as Lake Louise and Banff with the whole family.
Valley Zipline Adventures: Soar through the Canadian Rockies
Valley Zipline Adventures: Soar through the Canadian Rockies
By K Gordon
Soaring over the trees and local terrain of the Canadian Rockies and the Kicking Horse at 50 kilometers per hour -- that's the excitement of a zip-line tour!
GPS Tours
GPS Tours
By K Gordon
Mountains, Elevation Can Wreak Havoc on GPS Tour Systems in the Canadian Rockies By Blake Baily More and more GPS tours on handhelds and in...
Ready for an adventure vacation in the Canadian Rockies?
Ready for an adventure vacation in the Canadian Rockies?
By Chris Smith
Banff Guided Tours Timberwolf Tours is your Canadian Rockies adventure vacation specialist. Based out of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Timberwolf Tours is a well known and...
Private Guided Tours
Private Guided Tours
By Chris Smith
Want a unique Canadian Rockies trip? Try a private guided backcountry skiing, mountaineering, ice climbing, rock climbing, hiking, or backpack trip.
Ski Lake Louise, Banff
Ski Lake Louise, Banff
By Clare Marshall
The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd. Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. The wilderness is...
Four Seasons, All Wonders: The Canadian Rockies All Year Round
Four Seasons, All Wonders: The Canadian Rockies All Year Round
By Chris Smith
The only right answer to the question "When is it the best to see the scenic views of the Canadian Rockies" is "It depends". The...
Nature Is The Best Treatment for The Ailments of The Modern Man
Nature Is The Best Treatment for The Ailments of The Modern Man
By Clare Marshall
We live in a world that's filled with stress. We are constantly on the run, rushing to work, shopping fast and ordering online, spending our...
Banff-Lake Louise Gondolas
Banff-Lake Louise Gondolas
By K Gordon
Gondolas are a perfect option for the whole family to enjoy scenic mountain beauty and Canadian Rockies wildlife. They operate in both Banff and Lake Louise.
Visit Banff Upper Hot Springs
Visit Banff Upper Hot Springs
By Chris Smith
The Banff Upper Hot Springs are family friendly, with a kids wading area and spacious changing rooms with heated floors and dedicated family changing rooms.
Banff Recreation Facilities
Banff Recreation Facilities
By Clare Marshall
Tired of skiing or cycling? Banff has plenty of places to play and facilities for traditional recreation available all year long, regardless of the weather.
Banff Wildlife Viewing
Banff Wildlife Viewing
By Clare Marshall
Banff National Park, Lake Louise and Banff town are quite crowded -- with wildlife. The alpine wilderness offers many chances to see and photograph animals.
Banff GPS Tours
Banff GPS Tours
By K Gordon
See the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park just as quickly or as slowly and leisurely as you wish with a GPS tour. Find points of interest or a restaurant.