Canada is one of my favorite places to adventure. The majestic mountains, turquoise lakes, lovely people, and friendly currency exchange rate make it an A+ travel destination. If you’re looking to explore western Canada (British Columbia and Alberta), my articles can help inspire and guide you.
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Explore the Canadian Rockies – Alberta and British Columbia
7-Day Guide to the Canadian Rockies
Awesome Falls Hikes in Kananaskis Country
Larch Valley and Sentinel Pass Trail Guide
Awesome Larch Hikes Around Banff
Guide to the Icefields Parkway
How to visit Moraine Lake and Lake Louise
Weeklong Canadian Rockies Roadtrip
Two days in Yoho National Park
Solo/Younger Travelers: HI Lake Louise Hostel—I’ve stayed here twice, and it’s been awesome. It’s one of the best-located hostels, and for the price point, it’s super affordable!
HI Lake Louise Hostel – HI Banff Hostel
Mid-Range Options: Mountaineer Lodge – Deer Lodge – Lake Louise Inn
Luxury Options: Emerald Lake Lodge – Chateau Lake Louise – Baker Creek by Basecamp
Explore British Columbia’s Western Region
Top Places to see near Whistler and Squamish
Winter in Whistler – What to do
Hiking and Backpacking to Joffre Lakes
Hiking to Shannon Falls near Squamish
Travel Manitoba
Photographing Polar Bears in Churchill
Is Churchill, Manitoba, Worth Visiting?
Summer Hiking Gear for Canada
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Sunglasses
- Sun shirt or sun hoodie
- Hiking Shoes or Trail Runners
- Hiking Shorts or Hiking Pants
- 25L+ Hiking Pack
- 2L hiking bladder or water bottles
- Garmin inReach 2
- Garmin Fenix hiking watch
- Light jacket for mornings
- Hiking Poles