Alberta Boasts
a stunning array of national and provincial parks, each offering unique experiences for visitors. Here are the top 4 must-sees:
Banff National Park: Canada’s first national park, Banff is a classic for a reason. Majestic mountains, turquoise lakes like Lake Louise, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities make it a wonderland. Hike to stunning viewpoints, soak in thermal springs, or take a scenic gondola ride for breathtaking panoramas.
Jasper National Park: Jasper offers a vast, untamed wilderness experience. Covering over twice the area of Banff, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Hike through ancient glaciers, paddle on pristine lakes, or camp under a blanket of stars in the world’s second largest dark sky preserve.
Waterton Lakes National Park: Waterton Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a gem on the Alberta-Montana border. Emerald lakes nestled amidst towering peaks create a picture-perfect backdrop for exploring. Hike to Grinnell Glacier, boat on Upper Waterton Lake, or simply relax and take in the breathtaking scenery.
Dinosaur Provincial Park: Renowned for its breathtaking badlands terrain by the Red Deer River. Known as one of the world’s most abundant dinosaur fossil locales, the park has revealed over 500 specimens and promises many more finds. Visitors can delve into this prehistoric world, experiencing the striking landscape, engaging with paleontology exhibits, embarking on guided tours, and walking in the footsteps of dinosaurs.
Whether you crave majestic mountains, peaceful lakes, or wide-open prairies, Alberta’s national and provincial parks have something for everyone. So pack your bags, lace up your hiking boots, and get ready to be awestruck by Alberta’s natural beauty!
Travel guides
Travel Guide
The updated edition of the second volume for the Canadian Rockies brings together a new and inspiring collection of comfortable walks and spectacular hikes for visitors and locals looking for unique, guided wanderings in a number of diverse locations in the Rockies.
Travel Guide
200 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta is organized by region for easy reading and navigation. Each hot spot entry includes a detailed destination profile, color photographs and a sidebar of at-a-glance information featuring all the activities one can expect to enjoy.
Travel Guide
The ultimate guide to discovering more than a hundred amazing cascades in the Rocky Mountains. Highlighted by stunning photography, this is the one must-have book to take along on your explorations.
