If you are planning a trip north of the border then the Canadian Rockies makes for an excellent vacation destination. If you love the beauty and majesty of mountains then this is the place for you to come and spend a few days or a few weeks. One look at this area and you will want to return year after year!
The Rockies straddle the border of the western provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. The Canadian Rockies are a mountain chain that is very expansive. They run from the United States border to the northern end of British Columbia.
One does not have to ask why the Rockies are such a popular vacation destination for both Canadians, their American neighbors and international travellers once one beholds the breathtaking scenery that awaits them. This is one of the most beautiful and serene areas of the country.
These mountain jewels are different from the American Rockies because they have been heavily glaciated over the years. The end result of this is mountains that are sharply pointed and separated by valleys that are wide and shaped like the letter “U”. These valleys are gouged by glaciers. In comparison the American Rockies are more rounded in shape. The Canadian Rockies are a distinct attraction and a tourist draw for sure!
You can reach the Rockies by car if you drive through the lovely national parks in the province known as Banff National Park and Jasper National Park. You can also reach them if you drive from the town of Banff and head in the direction of the town of Jasper. It also works in reverse. Your starting point for your destination should be either one of the two major cities in Alberta, that of Calgary or Edmonton.
The Canadian Rockies are considered to be one of the most spectacular places on the Earth to visit. The potential for things to do and see is practically limitless for every member of the family. There is a vast array of outdoor opportunities, plenty of places to camp and enjoy the scenery and world class resorts to pamper yourself in. The spa and hot springs in this area are unequalled. Alberta has to offer all of its visitors’ world-class mountain spa facilities in the luxurious but still ruggedly beautiful rocky mountain setting. This is the place to go if you are a nature lover or a sports enthusiast, or just a lover of life!
Some of the places you do not want to miss on your vacation to see the Canadian Rockies include Banff National Park and Jasper National Park (as previously mentioned), Banff Springs Hotel, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Maligne Lake, Mount Robson, and Mt. Edith Cavell. Come see for yourself what awaits you in Alberta, Canada!
