Canadian Rockies: With Banff & Jasper National Parks

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Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies with this comprehensive guide, featuring stunning snowy peaks, glaciers, lakes, and alpine meadows. Explore Banff and Jasper National Parks along with other iconic destinations in the region.

Your ultimate companion for exploring the Canadian Rockies' wild landscapes and vibrant outdoor activities.

Inside this guide, you'll find carefully crafted, flexible itineraries that cover the national parks, including an exciting two-week road trip through the Canadian Rockies. Whether you're after a challenging hike or a leisurely trek, detailed information on trail length, elevation, difficulty, and starting points will help you choose the perfect route.

Experience unforgettable outdoor adventures like spotting wildlife such as moose, bighorn sheep, wolves, and black bears. Relax in natural hot springs after a day on the slopes or wander through colorful wildflower meadows. Enjoy unique activities like riding across the Columbia Icefield in an Ice Explorer, soaring in a mountain gondola, white-water rafting on snowmelt rivers, horseback riding through the Tonquin Valley, or fishing for your own fresh dinner under the stars.

Benefit from expert advice by Banff local Andrew Hempstead, who shares insights on the best times to visit, dining options, and accommodation choices ranging from cozy campgrounds to luxurious mountain lodges.

This guide is packed with full-color photographs, detailed maps for each park, and practical directions including driving distances and times. It also covers gateway towns and offers rich background information on the region’s landscape, culture, history, wildlife, and environment.

Explore Banff, Kootenay, Yoho, Jasper, and Waterton Lakes National Parks, as well as nearby cities like Banff, Canmore, Jasper, Calgary, Radium Hot Springs, Golden, and Kananaskis Country. With Moon’s expert tips and local knowledge, you’ll be ready to experience the very best the Canadian Rockies have to offer.

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