Nestled in the Rocky Mountain Trench between three distinct mountain ranges, the town of Golden lies right in the heart of six of Canada’s most famous national parks. While it may not enjoy the same renown as Banff or Lake Louise, Golden still boasts with something you won’t find in other cities: Canada’s highest suspension bridge! It also offers other activities, such as ziplining and a canyon swing – not that we are particularly drawn to any of such high-adrenaline activities, but it was a perfect stop for us!
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Exploring British Columbia: Yoho National Park
Established in British Columbia in 1886 shortly after Banff, Yoho National Park, a land of discovery, is a lesser-known park situated along the western slopes of the Rocky Mountains. Although often overlooked because it is located less than a half-hour drive from the Icefields Parkway, where most of the area’s tourist attractions are, Yoho is actually the quieter alternative to the other parks, while still boasting spectacular alpine scenery. Yoho – an exclamation of awe used by the native Cree people – is the perfect name for this park: its majestic peaks, expansive glaciers and impressive waterfalls never fail to amaze, making it easy to understand why the park is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Let’s discover some of Yoho’s highlights together!
Continue readingA day trip to Kootenay National Park: Stanley Glacier and Marble Canyon
A land of ice and fire, the lesser-known Kootenay National Park in British Columbiais a place of contrasts, with valleys and canyons carved by glaciers, rivers and waterfalls. At just 1,406 km2, Kootenay is much smaller than Banff. Created in 1920, Kootenay National Park is one of the seven contiguous national and provincial parks that make up the Canadian Rocky Mountain Park World Heritage Site. It also marks the Continental Divide which is the boundary between Kootenay and Banff national parks. Only a short drive from Lake Louise or Banff, it’s a great day trip destination if you’re coming from here.
Continue readingWhy you should visit the Canadian Rockies at least once in your lifetime
The Rocky Mountains, commonly known as the Rockies, are a major mountain range and the largest mountain system in North America. They stretch for about 4,800 km from the northernmost part of the province of British Columbia in Canada, passing through Alberta, and continuing south through six U.S. states. If you’ve ever wondered what they look like or what can you see in this part of Canada, come join us on this journey.
Continue reading10 of the Most Beautiful Canyons (and Gorges) to Explore in Ontario
With ten provinces and three territories, Canada is the second-largest country in the world. The southernmost province Ontario acquired its name from the Indigenous Iroquois word “kanadario”, which translates into “sparkling water”. With five Great Lakes nearby and about 250,000 freshwater lakes, it’s no wonder!
Continue readingWinter medley
I had a silly thought at one point that if I didn’t post any winter picture, this season would pass quickly and the spring would arrive right away. A few people told me in late fall, while we were still admiring the fall foliage, that we are going to have a mild winter. I was reluctant at the thought of a gray winter and was amused and encouraged by the idea of a short and warm one.
Continue readingAlgonquin park – a promise for new adventures
Established in 1893, Algonquin Park is the oldest provincial park in Canada. It is located about 3 hours north of Toronto, and its unique mix of forest types, contrasting with the colourful Canadian Shield, along with over 2,400 lakes and 1,200 km of streams and rivers, and thousands of square kilometres of forests, makes the park one of the most famous in Ontario.
Continue readingAubrey Falls, Algoma Country’s Tallest Cascade
Located in the heart of Algoma Country, Aubrey Falls is an underrated destination. About two hours northeast of Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, these stunning waterfalls are somehow off the tourist radar.
Returning from a road trip along the north shore of Lake Superior, we thought we would take a detour off the beaten path and see Aubrey Falls for ourselves.
Hiking in Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
A visit to the Thunder Bay area along Lake Superior, Ontario, is not complete without a visit to The Sleeping Giant. We had the opportunity to see the giant’s profile from Marina Park back in 2021 and I have been thinking about it ever since. Famous primarily for one of the most iconic trails in Ontario, the Sleeping Giant was the main reason we returned here.
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