In case you’re a foreigner, you will be dealing with a foreign currency in Banff. Where can you get Canadian dollars in the park, and do shops, restaurants, and hotels accept other currencies? In this post, you’ll read everything you need to know regarding money in Banff. It’s always a bit of a problem, foreign…
Sure, you’re having a fantastic vacation in the Rockies and now and then you like to drink an alcoholic beverage. That’s no problem in restaurants, bars, and cafés, but what are the park’s rules on this topic exactly? Can you drink on a campground? Can you drink while picnicking or barbecuing? And what’s the legal…
Anyone going on a honeymoon wants a unique destination. Banff is an excellent choice. Without exaggeration, this wold-famous park in the Rocky Mountains is one of the most romantic destinations on the planet. Below you will find everything you need to know for a honeymoon to Banff. Planning your honeymoon is one of the most…
Fancy a splash in Banff? In one of the many beautiful lakes in the park? Don’t do it! With a water temperature of about 7 degrees Celsius (46 F), almost all lakes provide just a little too much cooling. Brr… Fortunately, there are also more pleasant options. Below you’ll find everything you need to know….
If you like camping in the Rockies, barbecuing is a sure thing. Although it can be done in many places, you’re bound by rules. What exactly are your options in the park and what restrictions apply? The good news: Yes you can bbq in Banff. The bad news: You can’t do it anywhere. Parks Canada…
If you want to see Banff National Park in a completely different way, go stargazing. See how the light of the moon and the stars give the mountains, trees and rivers a subtle glow. And be sure to bring your camera. The region of Banff and Lake Louise offers you the possibility to view the…
Johnston Canyon is one of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park. It attracts many hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Especially in the summer but also in the winter, Johnston Canyon is an excellent place to enjoy nature. This post contains affiliate links and any sale made through such links will reward this…
Bow Lake is one of the many beautiful lakes on the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93 N). On the north side of the lake you’ll find Bow Summit. The Bow River, running through the town of Banff, springs from this lake. This page contains affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after…
Vermilion Lakes is a three-lake wetland, 440 hectares (1087 acres) in size and located at the foot of Mount Norquay in the Bow River valley. Its excellent accessibility via Vermilion Lakes Drive makes it a perfect location to relax and enjoy the view from one of the benches or jetties. Coordinates: 51°10′41″N 115°35′56″W The three lakes…
Peyto Lake is one of the most famous lakes of Banff National Park, and with good reason. It’s an absolute must-see and is considered one of the highlights of Banff National Park. Peyto Lake is the third-most visited lake in the park, behind Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. This page contains affiliate links. We may receive…