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How Long Does it Take to Drive the Icefields Parkway?

The Icefields Parkway is a 232 km (144 mi) highway that passes through Banff and Jasper National Parks, connecting the respective towns. This is the most stunning drive in the Canadian Rockies with up to 100,000 vehicles a month driving the highway in the summer months. If you’re planning on experiencing this iconic drive you’ll […]

What is the Best Entry into Banff? Banff’s Four Main Entrances

building at East Gate entrance to Banff

The areas of Banff National Park that are most visited are Banff and Lake Louise. If this is your destination then you may be wondering which is the best entrance to get there. Banff National Park can be entered from four access points. All of them lead you to the TransCanada highway (Highway #1), the […]

Vermilion Lakes: Quick and Easy Guide

bench next to Vermilion Lakes in Banff

Vermilion Lakes is often overlooked among Banff National Park’s more famous attractions.  Vermilion Lakes is a diverse landscape of wetlands, geology, and wildlife that offers stunning views of Banff’s most recognizable mountains, as well as alpenglow sunrises and sunsets. Vermilion Lakes supports activities like cycling, paddling, photography, fishing, and birdwatching and is a great place […]

The Best (and Worst) Times of Year to Visit the Grand Canyon

Photo of the Grand Canyon

Are you planning a trip to the Grand Canyon but not sure when to go? Is there really ever a bad time to visit the Grand Canyon? The answer is YES! When you visit will highly affect your enjoyment. Not only does the Grand Canyon experience sweltering heat and snow, but certain times of the […]

Driving in Rocky Mountain National Park: 10 Things to Know

Clouds along Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain

One of the most unique things about Rocky Mountain National Park is that you can drive over its portion of the Continental Divide on a paved highway.  Some of the highest elevations in the country, otherwise reserved for the most seasoned backcountry hiker, can be accessed with ease, no trucks or SUVs needed.  Most of […]

Best Campgrounds In and Around Arches National Park

The best campgrounds for visiting Arches National Park are in the Moab area. Which ones are the best depends on the experience you are looking for, the equipment you have, and your level of camping comfort. The good news is, that there are so many camping options in the Moab area, there’s something for everyone […]

A Complete Guide to Shuttles in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park Hiker's Shuttle in front of the visitor center

Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park are wonderful road-trip destinations, but what if you do not have a car? Some areas of Rocky Mountain National Park are accessible via the optional, free shuttle system to the Bear Lake Corridor as well as Moraine Park during the peak season (Memorial Day through September). There are […]