Looking for a fun winter activity in Kananaskis Country? No matter what winter sport you are into, chances are you’ll find it on the Watridge Lake Trail in the Mt. Shark Day use area. You can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking and much more on this popular, easy trail in the Spray Valley Provincial Park.
Visiting Banff in December
Many argue that December is the best time of year to visit Banff, and they may very well be right. By December, Banff has received enough snow that you’ll be able to enjoy the full-range of winter activities in Banff such as downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, fat biking and more.
Wind Ridge Hike in Kananaskis Country
The Wind Ridge Trail is one of my favorite hikes in Kananaskis Country. It’s a bit of a grind to get to the top, but the views of Mt. Lougheed you get from the alpine meadow are simply incredible.
8 Kid-Friendly Bike Trails in Banff and Kananaskis
The Canadian Rockies are a great place to create lasting memories with your kids. There are so many kid-friendly things to do in Banff and Kananaskis among the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Many families come to Banff for some easy hiking, but there are also many kid-friendly bike trails in Banff and Kananaskis.
Stewart Canyon Hike in Banff National Park
Lake Minnewanka is a very popular day use area in Banff National Park. There are many great things to do at Lake Minnewanka including picnics, the Minnewanka Lake cruise, boat & kayak rentals or simply soaking in the spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery.
Expert Tips to Spot Banff Wildlife
Banff National Park is famous for its diverse and accessible wildlife. Millions of tourists visit Banff each year with hopes of catching a glimpse of a grizzly bear or the beautiful antlers of a bull elk. For many, the Banff wildlife species are foreign; animals that have only been seen on Instagram or enclosed in a zoo.
Karst Spring Trail in Kananaskis Country
Karst Spring Trail is one of our favorite Kananaskis hiking trails, in fact, it’s one of the few Kananaskis hikes we try to make time for each and every year. We love Kananaskis hikes with a payoff, and the Karst Spring hike delivers big-time!