The Banff Blog

The larch season in Alberta is our favorite season to go hiking in the Canadian Rockies. While visitors flock to see the Canadian Rockies throughout the summer, the last few weeks provide cool weather, great light, and incredible landscapes with snow-capped peaks and fall colors.

The larch needles turn gold during the last few weeks of September, and the aspen tree...

There is no better way to experience the Canadian Rockies in the fall than by going on a larch hike. You don’t have to hike far and long to see the beautiful larch trees turn golden, as there are some truly easy larch hikes in Banff and Kananaskis you can enjoy without putting in too much effort.

For more ideas on hikes that offer views of the larches, check out our...

If you’re wondering if you can see the northern lights in Alberta, the answer is yes! As we were not born in the province, we were surprised when we first came to Alberta and learned this.

The best chance to spot the northern lights in Alberta is to visit during the winter months from October to May. However, you can see them in summer, thanks to t...

November is Banff’s quietest month. The weather can be notorious as winter grips the mountains, and many attractions close the month before. It’s most definitely off-season in the resort town and national park. However, don’t let that deter you; there is never a bad time to visit. We just like to say it may not be the best time.

November can be dreary with ...

Our week-long itinerary in Glacier National Park gave us the perfect introduction to Montana’s famed park. The park was on our list for years, so we crossed over the border and set out to explore the American side of the Canadian Rockies.

Glacier National Park is renowned for its grandeur, wonderful hiking trails, backcountry adventures, and one of North America’s m...