{"id":727,"date":"2023-04-11T19:24:12","date_gmt":"2023-04-11T19:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/"},"modified":"2025-05-08T13:55:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T12:55:00","slug":"canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Two Weeks In The Canadian Rockies &#8211; An Epic Road Trip Guide for Motorhome Travellers and Nature Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Canadian_Rockies_Two-Week_Road_Trip_Overview\" >Canadian Rockies Two-Week Road Trip Overview<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#What_type_of_traveller_is_this_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_perfect_for\" >What type of traveller is this Canadian Rockies road trip perfect for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_do_this_road_trip\" >When is the best time to do this road trip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Where_does_this_road_trip_start_and_finish_and_what_areas_does_it_visit\" >Where does this road trip start and finish, and what areas does it visit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#How_much_time_do_I_need_to_complete_this_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip\" >How much time do I need to complete this Canadian Rockies road trip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#More_Canadian_Rockies_itineraries\" >More Canadian Rockies itineraries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#The_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_map\" >The Canadian Rockies road trip map<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Canadian_Rockies_Road_Trip_The_Logistics\" >Canadian Rockies Road Trip: The Logistics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Whats_the_best_way_to_travel_around_the_Rockies\" >What&#8217;s the best way to travel around the Rockies?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Park_Entries_and_Fees_National_Parks_Discovery_Pass\" >Park Entries and Fees: National Parks Discovery Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Information_about_staying_at_Parks_Canada_campgrounds\" >Information about staying at Parks Canada campgrounds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#The_cost_of_staying_at_the_campsites_in_2024\" >The cost of staying at the campsites in 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#When_should_we_book_the_campsites_in_the_Canadian_Rockies_in_2024\" >When should we book the campsites in the Canadian Rockies in 2024?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Stocking_up_on_groceries_before_starting_the_road_trip\" >Stocking up on groceries before starting the road trip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#14-day_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_day-by-day_breakdown\" >14-day Canadian Rockies road trip: day-by-day breakdown<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_1-4_Banff_and_its_surroundings\" >Day 1-4: Banff and its surroundings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Best_things_to_do_in_and_around_Banff\" >Best things to do in and around Banff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Bow_Valley_Parkway\" >Bow Valley Parkway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#What_to_see_along_the_Bow_Valley_Parkway\" >What to see along the Bow Valley Parkway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_in_Banff\" >Accommodation in Banff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_4-6_Lake_Louise\" >Day 4-6: Lake Louise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Things_to_do_in_Lake_Louise\" >Things to do in Lake Louise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_in_Lake_Louise\" >Accommodation in Lake Louise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_6-8_Icefields_Parkway\" >Day 6-8: Icefields Parkway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_on_the_Icefields_Parkway\" >Accommodation on the Icefields Parkway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_8-10_Jasper_National_Park\" >Day 8-10: Jasper National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Best_things_to_do_in_Jasper_National_Park\" >Best things to do in Jasper National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_in_Jasper\" >Accommodation in Jasper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_10-12_Yoho_National_Park\" >Day 10-12: Yoho National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#What_to_do_in_Yoho_National_Park\" >What to do in Yoho National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_in_Yoho_National_Park\" >Accommodation in Yoho National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Day_12-14_Canmore_and_Kananaskis_Country\" >Day 12-14: Canmore and Kananaskis Country<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Best_things_to_do_around_Canmore\" >Best things to do around Canmore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Accommodation_in_Canmore\" >Accommodation in Canmore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#How_can_this_two-week_Canadian_Rockies_itinerary_be_shortened\" >How can this two-week Canadian Rockies itinerary be shortened?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-2-weeks-road-trip-guide\/#Support_my_website\" >Support my website!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\">Thousands of kilometres of breathtaking mountain valleys and icefields three times the size of Paris, as well as more&nbsp;unique photography locations&nbsp;than you can visit in your lifetime. That&#8217;s what awaits you on my road trip itinerary around the Canadian Rockies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583331799\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Canadian_Rockies_Two-Week_Road_Trip_Overview\"><\/span>Canadian Rockies Two-Week Road Trip Overview <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10271\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-10.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_traveller_is_this_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_perfect_for\"><\/span>What type of traveller is this Canadian Rockies road trip perfect for? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer1\">Do you like to venture onto backcountry trails? Are you up for some hiking adventures? This Canadian Rockies road trip is designed for those who love to be outside and don&#8217;t plan on seeing the Rockies through the window of their car.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This road trip is mainly designed for Motorhome travellers, but don&#8217;t worry. You can easily follow along with a regular car and book accommodation. I included hotel recommendations for each destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_do_this_road_trip\"><\/span><strong>When is the best time to do this road trip? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer1\"><strong>The ideal travel time for this Canadian Rockies road trip is between June and August<\/strong> when the nights are warm(ish) and the campsites are operating.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer1\">Though campsites reopen in May and remain open until September, during shoulder seasons, I recommend that you opt for hotel stays. The nights can still be freezing in May or September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer1\">Finding an open campsite may be difficult any time before May or after September.&nbsp;If your main objective is to hike, aim to go between <strong>mid-June and mid-October. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_does_this_road_trip_start_and_finish_and_what_areas_does_it_visit\"><\/span><strong>Where does this road trip start and finish, and what area<\/strong>s<strong> does it visit?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The itinerary starts and finishes in<strong> Calgary<\/strong> &#8211; the nearest international airport hub, and takes you through Banff National Park, along the Icefields Parkway and up to Jasper National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Jasper, you will return through Yoho National Park and finish in Kananaskis Country Provincial Park near Canmore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_time_do_I_need_to_complete_this_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip\"><\/span>How much time do I need to complete this Canadian Rockies road trip? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The optimal time for this road trip is 14 days, but it can also be shortened or prolonged depending on the time you have planned for your holidays. However, you need at least seven days to get a good taste of what the Canadian Rockies offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Canadian_Rockies_itineraries\"><\/span>More Canadian Rockies itineraries <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mount-Christie-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two Week travel Itinerary through the Canadian Rockies \" class=\"wp-image-9387\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mount-Christie-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mount-Christie-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mount-Christie-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mount-Christie-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you&nbsp;travelling from Vancouver? You may find my other custom itineraries helpful:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/vancouver-calgary-road-trip-itinerary-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vancouver to Calgary through Canada&#8217;s Epic Landscape<\/a>&nbsp;or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/western-canada-road-trip-plan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Ultimate 3-week road trip across Western Canada, starting and ending in Vancouver<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_map\"><\/span>The Canadian Rockies road trip map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1XX9krsoev85gz8TTktVJbyZ-71l4ueh9&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"960\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Above, you can find the map of the whole itinerary. If you click on the top left of the map, you will find separate layers&nbsp;marking the route, photography spots, hikes, points of interest and campsites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>How to use the map?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the check box next to the layer&#8217;s name to hide and show different layers. You can also click on the icons on the map to see the names of the places I have marked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I will be talking about them as I break the itinerary down daily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583309299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Canadian_Rockies_Road_Trip_The_Logistics\"><\/span>Canadian Rockies Road Trip: The Logistics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-32-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10133\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-32-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-32-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-32-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-32.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dusk on the Tent Ridge in Kananaskis country, one of the stops on the itinerary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_way_to_travel_around_the_Rockies\"><\/span>What&#8217;s the best way to travel around the Rockies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"javascript:\"><\/a>I&#8217;ve spent many months travelling through the Rockies in my minivan, which I converted into a tiny motorhome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understandably enough, if you choose Canada as your holiday destination, you won&#8217;t have time&nbsp;to do what I&#8217;ve done. In this case, if you want to follow this itinerary, you must rent a car or a motorhome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dodge-Caravan-Icefields-Parkway-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9598\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dodge-Caravan-Icefields-Parkway-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dodge-Caravan-Icefields-Parkway-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dodge-Caravan-Icefields-Parkway-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dodge-Caravan-Icefields-Parkway-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">My minivan, in which I lived for six months while travelling through Canada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rent a Campervan with Motorhome Republic<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a wide array of campervan rental companies in Calgary, and going through them all to find the best option will almost certainly give you a headache. To ease up your planning, try the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.motorhomerepublic.com\/canada\/calgary-rv-rental\/?affiliate=inafarawayland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Motorhome Republic.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s an excellent RV search engine that will help you choose a camper van tailored to your needs by scanning the top Motorhome rental companies in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad993d\"><strong>TIP! <\/strong>The rough estimate of this itinerary is 1500km. You must know this when booking your campervan, as you must prepay for your kilometres.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rent a Compact Car with Discover Cars<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This itinerary is optimised for camper vans but could quickly be done in a regular car, providing you bring camping equipment or stay in hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to rent a compact car<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, try&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/canada\/calgary\/yyc?a_aid=inafarawayland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover Cars,<\/a>&nbsp;the<\/span> World&#8217;s&nbsp;best car rental search engine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Park_Entries_and_Fees_National_Parks_Discovery_Pass\"><\/span>Park Entries and Fees: National Parks Discovery Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This itinerary crosses several national parks, including the famous Banff and Jasper. Visiting a Canadian national park requires paying entrance fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are travelling for more than seven days, consider investing in a Discovery Pass, which is cheaper than buying daily passes. For example, the family\/group pass covering up to seven people in one vehicle costs CAD$151.25 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">To avoid waiting in lines, purchase the pass online on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.commandesparcs-parksorders.ca\/en\/decouverte-discovery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parks Canada website<\/a>&nbsp;before your trip. You can also buy one at the entry toll gate just a few kilometres past Canmore at the entrance to Banff National Park, which<\/span> you will be crossing on this road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9938\"><strong>TIP!<\/strong> Make sure to have your pass on display in the car at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11589910299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_about_staying_at_Parks_Canada_campgrounds\"><\/span>Information about staying at Parks Canada campgrounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Two-Jack-Lack-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10195\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Two-Jack-Lack-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Two-Jack-Lack-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Two-Jack-Lack-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Two-Jack-Lack-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"javascript:\"><\/a>An ample&nbsp;variety of campsites along the spots listed in this itinerary. Most of them have been equipped with toilet and shower facilities and plug-in options for those travelling in bigger motorhomes requiring re-charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_cost_of_staying_at_the_campsites_in_2024\"><\/span>The cost of staying at the campsites in 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost in the Province of Alberta is usually&nbsp;around CAD 35 per site per night. Each site is permitted to hold up to 6 people and a maximum of two cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s an option of buying a fire permit for an additional fee. The permit&nbsp;also includes the firewood, so it\u2019s an easy decision. What\u2019s a campsite without a fire, right?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad992b\"><strong>Tip!<\/strong> If there are only two of you and you don&#8217;t hold a reservation, consider asking other travellers&nbsp;in the check-in line if they want to share a site and, subsequently, the cost. I did this a few times when the campsites were full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_we_book_the_campsites_in_the_Canadian_Rockies_in_2024\"><\/span>When should we book the campsites in the Canadian Rockies in 2024?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you travel during the peak summer months (June to August), you will find it very handy to book the sites well in advance, especially in the more popular areas like Banff, Lake Louise, or Jasper. After all, tourism has boomed here in recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All bookings can be made on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/reservation.pc.gc.ca\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/reservation.pc.gc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Parks Canada Reservation Website<\/a>, which usually opens in March. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon arrival at each campsite, you will be briefed about wildlife awareness and the measures you will have to undertake to keep wildlife safe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocking_up_on_groceries_before_starting_the_road_trip\"><\/span>Stocking up on groceries before starting the road trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve arrived at Calgary International Airport, pick up your car or campervan and head to the closest supermarket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there are supermarkets in all of the road trip destinations,&nbsp;Calgary has the cheapest prices, so it\u2019s better to stock up before you hit the road. Besides, once you get it over with, you will have more time to enjoy your holidays!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14-day_Canadian_Rockies_road_trip_day-by-day_breakdown\"><\/span>14-day Canadian Rockies road trip: day-by-day breakdown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer4\">When you&nbsp;become acquainted with your new home on wheels&nbsp;for the next couple of weeks, it\u2019s time to hit the road. The main road from Calgary to the mountains is Trans Canada Highway 1, which will take you to your first destination &#8211; Banff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583334399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1-4_Banff_and_its_surroundings\"><\/span>Day 1-4: Banff and its surroundings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Calgary International Airport<\/strong>: 143 km \/ 89 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel time:<\/strong> 90-120 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10298\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-6-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many consider Banff the main hub in the Canadian Rockies. Its dream location, coupled with its incredible geological features, makes it a top hit on our road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its quaint high street gets pretty busy in the summertime, and so do many of Banff&#8217;s famous photography spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583335599\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_things_to_do_in_and_around_Banff\"><\/span>Best things to do in and around Banff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sulphur Mountain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sulphur-Mountain-Banff-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10169\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sulphur-Mountain-Banff-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sulphur-Mountain-Banff-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sulphur-Mountain-Banff-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sulphur-Mountain-Banff-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A series of relatively steep switchbacks for 5.5km (3.4 mi) will take you to the Upper Gondola Terminal on Sulphur Mountain. You\u2019ll ascend 700m (2,300ft), which will take around 1-2&nbsp;hours one way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The views of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain are well worth the effort. If you are not up for hiking, you can take the gondola up and down instead. Whether you choose to hike or ride the gondola, you are up for the best views of Banff from above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Banff Upper Hot Springs<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Banff Hot Springs, conveniently located near the lower gondola terminal, are a treat after a long day of exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are run by Parks Canada, and at around $17.50 \/ person, they&#8217;re a bargain. If you decide to hike up Sulphur Mountain, you can treat yourself to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotsprings.ca\/banff\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.hotsprings.ca\/banff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hot springs<\/a> afterwards. It will be a perfect end to a long day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Join a lake cruise&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Minnewanka-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9736\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Minnewanka-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Minnewanka-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Minnewanka-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Minnewanka-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A&nbsp;cruise along Lake Minnewanka&nbsp;is an excellent way to see the Fairholme Range and the iconic Mount Inglismaldie. They depart every 30 minutes&nbsp;from the boat dock near the car park, and prices start at 65 CAD per person.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"283927\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"Lake_Minnewanka_Cruise_Widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice your photography skills.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10297\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Banff-Vermillion-Lakes-5-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Banff is any photographer&#8217;s wet dream. Amateurs, hobbyists, and professionals flock from all over the world to take their own version of photos from locations that have already been photographed to death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most extensive advice I can give when visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-photography-spots-banff-national-park\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"705\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">photography spots in Banff National Park<\/a> is to make the most of blue hour, golden hour, sunrise and sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583339699\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bow_Valley_Parkway\"><\/span>Bow Valley Parkway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Grizzly-Bear-on-Bow-Valley-Parkway-1-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9566\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Grizzly-Bear-on-Bow-Valley-Parkway-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Grizzly-Bear-on-Bow-Valley-Parkway-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Grizzly-Bear-on-Bow-Valley-Parkway-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Grizzly-Bear-on-Bow-Valley-Parkway-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">grizzly bear crossing the Bow Valley Parkway at sunset<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer5\">Reserve one of the days you spent in Banff for the Bow Valley Parkway. It&#8217;s a beautiful stretch of road which hides many natural gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_along_the_Bow_Valley_Parkway\"><\/span>What to see along the Bow Valley Parkway <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bow Valley Parkway is a mini version of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/icefields-parkway-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Icefields Parkway<\/a>, but it still packs one hell of a punch. Although it\u2019s only a 51km (32 miles) stretch of road, you can easily spend a day there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Johnston Canyon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9673\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9673\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-6-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9671\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9671\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-4.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Johnston-Canyon-Winter-4-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since your time is limited, I highly recommend visiting Johnston Canyon. Make sure to get there early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The morning light coming through the trees and shining upon some waterfalls in the early morning hours is a sight to behold\u2014provided the weather is good, of course!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to explore the Bow Valley Parkway and Johnston Canyon is on an E-bike and walking tour with an experienced guide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"399759\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"E-Bike_Tour_banff_widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My favourite time of the year for visiting Johnston Canyon is in the winter when all the waterfalls are frozen, giving an impression of being in a fairytale ice castle. You can join a guided ice walk across the Johnston Canyon in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Morant&#8217;s Curve<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Morants-Curve-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9801\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Morants-Curve-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Morants-Curve-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Morants-Curve-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Morants-Curve-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Morant&#8217;s Curve in the Winter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At first glance, it seems like just some train tracks running through a forest, but the famous Morant&#8217;s curve has become one of the photography hot spots. If you are patient enough to wait for a train to pass for some long exposures, you are guaranteed a great shot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9929\">Please note that From March 1st to June 25th, travel is prohibited between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. on the 17-kilometre parkway from Johnston Canyon Campground to the Fireside Picnic Area.  This is to ensure the area remains a high-quality home for wildlife. Remember always to keep your eyes on the road at all times.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11862068299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Banff\"><\/span>Accommodation in Banff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you arrive in Banff, you can stay at these campsites for the next few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My favourite, due to its location and the beautiful views <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">it offers, is the&nbsp;<strong>Two Jack Lakeside campground<\/strong>. However, to be closer to the town centre,<\/span> you should go to the&nbsp;<strong>Tunnel Mountain Campground<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to be in a more remote location<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, another great campsite to consider is the&nbsp;<strong>Johnston Canyon campground<\/strong>&nbsp;along the previously mentioned Bow Valley Parkway,<\/span> which is a 30-minute drive from the township.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/banff-international-hostel.html?auth_success=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;aid=1188554\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/banff-international-hostel.html?auth_success=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;aid=1188554\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Banff International Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Great loft space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfy beds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/moose-and-suites.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/moose-and-suites.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Moose Hotel and Suites<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Beautiful decor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The welcoming smell of the fireplace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/rimrock-resort-banff.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/rimrock-resort-banff.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rimrock Resort Hotel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unparalleled views<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent attention to detail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583340499\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4-6_Lake_Louise\"><\/span>Day 4-6: Lake Louise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Banff:<\/strong> 57 km \/ 35 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Driving time: <\/strong>40 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Little-Beehive-14-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9766\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Little-Beehive-14-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Little-Beehive-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Little-Beehive-14-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Little-Beehive-14.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Me with the Fairmont Chateau and Lake Louise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Lake Louise is a popular winter skiing destination,&nbsp;it is also famous in the summer for two big reasons: Lake Louise and the one and only Lake Moraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s not much directly at Lake Louise Village, but it\u2019s an excellent central hub to explore the beautiful surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583350399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Lake_Louise\"><\/span>Things to do in Lake Louise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Louise is a few minutes&#8217; drive away from Lake Louise Village. I hope I am not confusing you here. The village and the lake have the same names. The lake&#8217;s shoreline is a perfect location for the countless&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-day-hikes-lake-louise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hikes in the area<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t feel comfortable hiking alone, you can book a guided hike around Lake Louise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"391132\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"Lake_louise_hike_widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lake Louise lakeshore<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Louise-August-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9730\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Louise-August-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Louise-August-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Louise-August-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Louise-August-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The 4km (2.5 miles) 1-hour return flat lakeshore stroll gets you away from the hustle and bustle of the world-famous Chateau Lake Louise, built right on its shoreline, and gives you the perfect view of the surrounding mountains and glaciers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Plain of the Six Glaciers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"957\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Plain-Of-Six-Glaciers-4-1024x957.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9891\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Plain-Of-Six-Glaciers-4-1024x957.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Plain-Of-Six-Glaciers-4-300x280.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Plain-Of-Six-Glaciers-4-768x717.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Plain-Of-Six-Glaciers-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Further along this path is the way to the much more impressive Plain of the Six Glaciers. It\u2019s a longer 11km (6.8 miles) uphill 4-hour return, but it\u2019ll transport you to some of the most pristine wilderness Canada has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll be blown away by the towering peaks and frozen glaciers. Make sure your camera has enough battery and take some cash, too, because there\u2019s a teahouse on the way there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover Banff Tours runs guided hikes on classic trails around Lake Louise, including the Plain of the Six Glaciers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"226519\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"Plain_of_six_glaciers_hike_widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visit Lake Agnes Teahouse<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Agnes-Winter-Hike-16-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9719\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Agnes-Winter-Hike-16-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Agnes-Winter-Hike-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Agnes-Winter-Hike-16-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Lake-Agnes-Winter-Hike-16.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling more energetic than the Lakeshore but can\u2019t tackle the Plain of the Six Glaciers, the hike to Lake Agnes is a good middle ground. It\u2019s a 7km (4.4 miles) uphill return that should take around 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be treated to the view of Lake Agnes at the top, the sensational Mirror Lake, and several vistas overlooking the Bow Valley on the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, take some cash because there\u2019s another tea house up there &#8211; the world-famous Lake Agnes Tea House.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get a glimpse of the Moraine Lake<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9794\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9794\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-9.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-9-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-9-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-9-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9795\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9795\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-11.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moraine-Lake-11-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moraine Lake is the most famous Canadian lake and one of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-photography-spots-canadian-rockies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">many renowned postcard pictures of the Canadian Rockies<\/a>.&nbsp;Its turquoise waters glisten in the sun and are incredibly framed beneath the famous Valley of the Ten Peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lakeshore stroll is one of my favourites as it offers fantastic views with minimal effort. It\u2019s a 2.4km (1.4 miles) flat return, which only takes 40 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9933\"><strong>IMPORTANT (NEW IN 2023<\/strong>): Due to the high traffic volume, the road to Lake Moraine will stay closed for the entire summer season. Only shuttle and commercial buses will be able to bring visitors to its shoreline. Prebook your shuttle directly with Parks Canada or a private company I linked below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hike the Larch Tree Valley<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9742\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-3-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9742\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-3-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-3-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-3-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-3-2-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9747\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9747\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-8.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-8-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Larch-Tree-Valley-8-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another one of&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-day-hikes-canadian-rockies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my favourite hikes<\/a><\/strong> in the Canadian Rockies&nbsp;(especially during September) is the Larch Valley Trail. It takes you 400m above the shimmering Moraine Lake through the forest amongst all the Larch trees before opening out amidst the valley of the Ten Peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re there at the right time of the year (early fall), you\u2019ll be amazed at all the different colours, but the surrounding peaks are enough to leave you speechless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a 10km (6 miles) 4-hour return to the Minnestimma Lakes and a 14km (9 miles) 6-hour return to the Sentinel Pass across the Larch Tree Valley. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11862069399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Lake_Louise\"><\/span>Accommodation in Lake Louise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two campsites at Lake Louise:&nbsp;Lake Louise Tent and Lake Louise Trailer. Both have electric fences encircling the area to deter the abundant wildlife.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/hi-lake-louise.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/hi-lake-louise.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Very friendly staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for meeting other travellers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/lake-louise-105-lake-louise-drive-box-7-paradise-lodge-and-bungalows.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/lake-louise-105-lake-louise-drive-box-7-paradise-lodge-and-bungalows.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Paradise Lodge &amp; Bungalows<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Great location, a 15-minute walk from Lake Louise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rustic lodge feeling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/t0l-1e0-111-lake.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/t0l-1e0-111-lake.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Chateau Lake Louise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Superb location right on the lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choice of restaurants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583353299\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6-8_Icefields_Parkway\"><\/span>Day 6-8: Icefields Parkway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer7\">Lake Louise Village marks the start of the Icefields Parkway (93N). This is the main drag connecting Lake Louise and Jasper, and you will spend your next two days there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9868\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Peyto-Lake-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9868\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Peyto-Lake-9.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Peyto-Lake-9-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Peyto-Lake-9-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Peyto-Lake-9-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9778\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Mistaya-Canyon-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9778\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Mistaya-Canyon-4.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Mistaya-Canyon-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Mistaya-Canyon-4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Mistaya-Canyon-4-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9447\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bow-Lake-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9447\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bow-Lake-5.jpg 801w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bow-Lake-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bow-Lake-5-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bow-Lake-5-768x1151.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 801px) 100vw, 801px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"9609\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Icefields-Parkway-Road-Views-17-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9609\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Icefields-Parkway-Road-Views-17-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Icefields-Parkway-Road-Views-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Icefields-Parkway-Road-Views-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Icefields-Parkway-Road-Views-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer7\">The 232 km stretch of road from Lake Louise in Banff National Park to Jasper encompasses what I consider to be the heart of the Canadian Rockies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel past monumental glaciers, icy blue lakes, enormous mountains<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, and stretches of road that simply have to be seen to be believed. There are plenty of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/icefields-parkway-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stops along the Icefields Parkway,<\/a>&nbsp;so<\/span> I believe you should spend at least a couple of days exploring it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have driven up and down this road countless times and still haven&#8217;t experienced everything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/icefields-parkway-l104220\/icefields-parkway-smartphone-audio-driving-tour-t405952\/?partner_id=TYYOXUU&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Icefields_Audio_Tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This brilliant smartphone audio tour<\/a>&nbsp;between Lake Louise and Jasper lets you learn everything about the incredible Icefields Parkway<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch as your audio guide points out must-see sights, attractions, breathtaking mountains, and glaciers you pass along the journey. Learn about the area&#8217;s early pioneers, animals, geography, and the historical events that led to the highway\u2019s creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11862069499\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_on_the_Icefields_Parkway\"><\/span>Accommodation on the Icefields Parkway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/hi-rampart-creek-hostel.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/hi-rampart-creek-hostel.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">HI Rampart Creek Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean and functional kitchen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great value for money and location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/sunwapta-falls-resort.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/sunwapta-falls-resort.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mount<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/sunwapta-falls-resort.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/sunwapta-falls-resort.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ain Lodge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Friendly and dedicated staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A rustic place far from the madding crowd<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583400399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_8-10_Jasper_National_Park\"><\/span>Day 8-10: Jasper National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Lake Louise:<\/strong> 232 km \/ 144 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Driving time:<\/strong> 3 hours (without stopping) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bald-Hills-21-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9430\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bald-Hills-21-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bald-Hills-21-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bald-Hills-21-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Bald-Hills-21.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer8\">At the end of the Icefields Parkway, you\u2019ll end up in the townsite of Jasper, a well-located little town with plenty of things to see and do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I would recommend staying a couple of nights here. Jasper is the central hub of many beautiful spots in the Jasper National Park region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583400199\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_things_to_do_in_Jasper_National_Park\"><\/span>Best things to do in Jasper National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cruise down Maligne Lake<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Maligne-Lake-Jasper-National-Park-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9013\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Maligne-Lake-Jasper-National-Park-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Maligne-Lake-Jasper-National-Park-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Maligne-Lake-Jasper-National-Park-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Maligne-Lake-Jasper-National-Park-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Maligne Lake is around a 1-hour drive from Jasper. A boat cruise on the lake has to be one of the best activities in Jasper National Park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">It\u2019ll take you halfway down the lake to Spirit Island (one of many&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-photography-spots-jasper-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top photography spots in Jasper, NP<\/a>), where you\u2019ll disembark and have a chance to take in the view.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"29290\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"Maligne_lake_cruise_widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Self-guided paddling trip<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">If you are feeling more adventurous, rent a kayak or canoe and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/maligne-lake-paddle-trip-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paddle there yourself;<\/a>&nbsp;just be prepared for a long day (26 km round trip).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an extra day, you can consider staying a night at the Fisherman&#8217;s campground, accessible only by boat or canoe. This will require more organizing, though, as backcountry camping spots sell out faster than tickets to the Glastonbury Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hike the Sulphur Skyline&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sulphur-Skyline-Jasper-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10340\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sulphur-Skyline-Jasper-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sulphur-Skyline-Jasper-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sulphur-Skyline-Jasper-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sulphur-Skyline-Jasper-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sulphur Skyline is one of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-hikes-jasper-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my favourite&nbsp;hikes in Jasper National Park<\/a>. It departs from the Miette Hot Springs car park, a 61 km drive from Jasper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Head north on Highway 16 for 44 km, then turn onto Miette Road next to the Pocahontas bungalows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the Miette Road until the end, where you\u2019ll find the trailhead. The hike offers unbelievable 360-degree panoramic views but is a steep 8km return that should take around 5 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get down, a geothermal hot pool soak will await you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Soak in the Hot Springs&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the Banff Hot Springs, The Miette Hot Springs are owned and operated by Parks Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have two hot pools and two cold pools, which contain many minerals for your skin and body. If you\u2019re brave, try the coldest pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve done the Sulphur <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Skyline hike, the hot springs are only 100 meters from the trailhead, making them the perfect place to relax afterwards<\/span><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take the SkyTram&nbsp;up the Whistler Mountain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"9651\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9651\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-12-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"9649\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9649\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-9-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"9641\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9641\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Jasper-Skytram-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like Banff, Jasper has its gondola. It costs CAD62.95 and offers spectacular panoramic views from the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can hike up there, too, but it\u2019s a 1000m elevation gain, so I haven\u2019t yet attempted it. You can also hike to Whistlers Peak and <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/indian-ridge-hike-jasper-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Ridge<\/a>. They start at the upper gondola station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hike along the Maligne Canyon<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9769\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9769\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-5.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-5-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"9770\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9770\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maligne-Canyon-6-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Maligne Canyon is just 11km outside Jasper along Maligne Lake Road. The return trip is an undulating 7.4km, which should take around 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s beautiful at all times of the year, but my favourite is when the snow melts at the start of summer, and the river is at its most ferocious. It&#8217;s a busy spot, but the further you get away from the parking lot, the quieter it becomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get a cinnamon bun at the Grizzly Paw bakery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There&nbsp;are two bakeries in Jasper called the Grizzly Paw, and they make the most amazing cinnamon rolls. I spent a little fortune on those and made sure to have one after every hike I did in Jasper. I am still trying to crack their recipe but to no avail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11862069999\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Jasper\"><\/span>Accommodation in Jasper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The two most popular campsites here are Wapiti and Whistler. Both are huge and have plenty of sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I prefer Whistler, but both are pretty similar. Both campgrounds are close to each other and are only around 5 minutes south of Jasper&#8217;s town centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-downtown-hostel.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-downtown-hostel.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jasper Downtown Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Well-stocked kitchen for self-cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great central location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-93-south.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-93-south.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jasper House Bungalows<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Great location right on the banks of the Athabasca River<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cute rooms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-1-old-lodge-road.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/jasper-1-old-lodge-road.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heated pool, hot tub, and spa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location and scenery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583404499\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_10-12_Yoho_National_Park\"><\/span>Day 10-12: Yoho National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Jasper: <\/strong>260 km \/ 162 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Driving time:<\/strong> 3.5 hours (but it will probably take a whole day) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-21-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8386\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-21-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-21-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-21-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-21.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"answer9\">On your return from Jasper toward Calgary turn right at Lake Louise junction on the Trans Canada Highway 1. This road will take you to the little town of Field. You will now be entering Yoho National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11614604099\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_Yoho_National_Park\"><\/span>What to do in Yoho National Park<a href=\"javascript:\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Takakkaw Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9987\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Roadside-Views-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An excellent half-day hike and one of the most popular in Yoho National Park. It\u2019s a 12km (7 mi) loop that should take around 4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will leave you in awe of its natural beauty. After all, Yoho is the *Cree word for awe. That\u2019s a Yohosome fact, isn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Emerald Lake<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Emerald-Lake-Winter-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9557\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Emerald-Lake-Winter-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Emerald-Lake-Winter-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Emerald-Lake-Winter-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Emerald-Lake-Winter-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another beautiful place to photograph in this area is Emerald Lake. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Just a short 15-minute drive from the campground, this photogenic lake should be on your list of things to do and see, as it&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-photography-spots-canadian-rockies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one of the most photogenic places in the Canadian Rockies.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visit Lake O&#8217;Hara<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-19-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8388\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-19-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-19-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-19-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Lake-Ohara-19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppose you are one of the lucky ones who pre-booked their bus trip to Lake O&#8217;Hara; good on you. This remote lake has a minimal visitor allowance per year, making it sought after by outdoor lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve been here in both the Winter and Summer seasons and <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">compiled a separate&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/lake-ohara-backpacking-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake O&#8217;Hara guide<\/a><\/span>. You should check it out!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Cree is a 3000-year-old language spoken by the Cree people. &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11951455399\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Yoho_National_Park\"><\/span>Accommodation in Yoho National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best-located campsite in Yoho National Park is called Kicking Horse Campground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/canadian-rockies-inn.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/canadian-rockies-inn.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Canadian Rockies Inn &#8211; Adult&#8217;s only<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comfortable, quiet rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very welcoming and personal staff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/charlie-s-guesthouse.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/charlie-s-guesthouse.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Charlie&#8217;s Guesthouse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cosy and homely feeling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great location in the middle of Yoho Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/cathedral-mountain-lodge.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/cathedral-mountain-lodge.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Cathedral Mountain Lodge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Delicious food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most beautiful setting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583404599\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_12-14_Canmore_and_Kananaskis_Country\"><\/span>Day 12-14: Canmore and Kananaskis Country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Field:<\/strong> 105 km \/ 65 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Driving time:<\/strong> 70 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-14-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10117\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-14-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-14-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tent-Ridge-14.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Canmore is where I spent&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/alberta-winter-wonderland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the picturesque&nbsp;winter<\/a>&nbsp;living in Canada, so maybe my opinion is a bit biased. Still, I find&nbsp;Canmore and its surroundings more beautiful than any other place on this Canadian Rockies itinerary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11583404699\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_things_to_do_around_Canmore\"><\/span>Best things to do around Canmore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hike the Ha Ling Peak<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ha-Ling-Peak-17-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9582\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ha-Ling-Peak-17-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ha-Ling-Peak-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ha-Ling-Peak-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ha-Ling-Peak-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ha Ling Peak is the most famous summit in the Bow Valley. From the car park down Spray Lakes Road, it takes most people 2-3 hours to reach the summit and just over one hour to descend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The short 6km hike is quite steep, with an elevation gain of 737m (2417ft), but the views from the top are spectacular. I have done this hike multiple times, including one&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/ha-ling-peak-sunrise-hike\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunrise quest to the top.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can either do this trip alone or join a certified hiking guide on a half-day trip to the summit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"391584\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\" data-gyg-currency=\"CAD\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"TYYOXUU\" data-gyg-cmp=\"Ha_ling_peak_widget\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rawson Lake and Sarrail Ridge<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sarrail-Ridge-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9993\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sarrail-Ridge-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sarrail-Ridge-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sarrail-Ridge-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sarrail-Ridge-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sarrail Ridge is a moderate 11km (7-mile) 5-hour return hike that starts in Kananaskis Country near the eastern tip of Upper Kananaskis Lake. Although slightly uphill, the first half is relatively easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second half is a much harder 45-degree, almost scramble to the lookout. This route, popular on weekends with Calgary locals, is tranquil during the week. It&#8217;s one of many&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-hikes-canmore-and-kananaskis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">superb hikes in Canmore and Kananaskis Country.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Look for moose near Mount Engadine&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moose-Meadows-Summer-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9783\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moose-Meadows-Summer-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moose-Meadows-Summer-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moose-Meadows-Summer-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Moose-Meadows-Summer-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Engadine Lodge and the Moose Meadows is a 38km drive (1 hour) down the Spray Lakes\/Smith Dorien trail from Canmore. It\u2019s a beautiful place for a nice cup of tea or a slice of cake in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The meadows surrounding it are picturesque, with little streams flowing through them. As the name suggests, it&#8217;s also an excellent spot to see moose. The meadows are among&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/where-to-spot-wildlife-in-canadian-rockies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the best spots in the Canadian Rockies to spot wildlife.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice your photography<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Wedge-Pond-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10250\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Wedge-Pond-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Wedge-Pond-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Wedge-Pond-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Wedge-Pond-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Canmore and Kananaskis, just like any other area in the Canadian Rockies, have some incredible photography spots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They range from mountain peaks to alpine lakes and will <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">inspire your soul. See how many of my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/photography-spots-canmore-and-kananaskis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">favourite photography locations in Canmore and Kananaskis<\/a>&nbsp;you can fit into your trip!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Canmore, it\u2019s just 120km or 1 hour and 15 minutes to Calgary International Airport. Follow the Trans Canada Highway back east and&nbsp;follow&nbsp;the signs for the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cc-m-header-11862069199\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Canmore\"><\/span>Accommodation in Canmore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend the Bow River Campground and the Spray Lakes West Campground near the Spray Lake Reservoir, with the latter being my preferred choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spray Lakes site is&nbsp;around a 20-minute drive from the town centre on the Smith Dorien highway (or more like a well-maintained gravel road). The views next to the campground are&nbsp;some of the best you will get.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you want to be closer to the town, Bow River Campground should be your choice. Do bear in mind that it&#8217;s a bit close to the highway and maybe a bit noisy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/canmore-downtown-hostel.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/canmore-downtown-hostel.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Canmore Downtown Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Well-designed spaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very clean and well-organized<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/tamarack-lodge-by-spring-creek-vacations.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/tamarack-lodge-by-spring-creek-vacations.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Tama<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/tamarack-lodge-by-spring-creek-vacations.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/tamarack-lodge-by-spring-creek-vacations.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rack Lodge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Well-appointed, clean, and modern<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beautiful and well-stocked units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/malcolm-by-clique.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/ca\/malcolm-by-clique.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Malcolm Hotel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What guests loved about it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fantastic views from the pool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very comfortable beds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_this_two-week_Canadian_Rockies_itinerary_be_shortened\"><\/span>How can this two-week Canadian Rockies itinerary be shortened?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I get asked this question quite often. I get it; unfortunately, it can be difficult for some to carve out a full two weeks of holidays to travel up and down the Rockies. Here are a few ideas for making this road trip plan shorter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connect the days spent in Canmore with the days spent in Banff. They are only a 20-minute drive apart. That way, you can save yourself a couple of days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don&#8217;t stay overnight on the Icefields Parkway. While I highly recommend it, don&#8217;t feel bad about it if you don&#8217;t have a spare day. You can spend the whole day driving from Lake Louise to Jasper and then another day when moving back. This will already give you almost two full days on the Icefields Parkway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut out, Yoho National Park. While impressive, you must face that you can&#8217;t see everything! I spent 15 months in the Rockies and still feel like I only scratched the surface. It&#8217;s better to take it slow than to try and see it all!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda32e\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_my_website\"><\/span>Support my website!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi Reader! If you found any of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/canadian-rockies-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"4369\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my articles about the Canadian Rockies<\/a> useful please consider using the affiliate links below (at no extra cost to you) when booking your holiday. 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