Canadian Rockies

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Lake Minnewanka which includes a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains
Canadian Rockies featuring snow and mountains
Banff National Park showing mountains, snow and landscape views
Maligne Canyon showing a gorge or canyon, snow and a cascade
Maligne Canyon which includes landscape views and snow

Find some of North America’s most spectacular landscapes and parklands in this vast region of mountains, lakes, wilderness and wildlife.

Majestic views and outdoor sports make a vacation to the Canadian Rockies an excellent choice for thrills and adventure or peace and serenity. Visit seven national and provincial parks that are so beautiful they’ve been identified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

BanffOpens in a new window is both Canada’s first national park and a town center within the park. Look for an arch on the lengthy Great Divide Trail separating Alberta and British Columbia along the continental divide. Ski on mountains famous for excellent conditions, including Norquay, Lake LouiseOpens in a new window and Sunshine VillageOpens in a new window. Enjoy sulfur hot springs at one of the area’s luxury resorts or spas. A hike or drive along the Bow River offers views of rushing water.

Bring your camera to Moraine LakeOpens in a new window where mountain peaks reflect in the blue-green glacial lake. This image appeared on the back of the 1970s Canadian 20-dollar bill. South of Banff, the Canmore Nordic Centre was built for the 1988 Winter Olympics. Today enjoy winter cross-country skiing and summer mountain biking. Tour Canmore Caves or learn to rock climb, ice climb or mountaineer.

Follow the Icefields ParkwayOpens in a new window north past the Columbia IcefieldOpens in a new window for views of glaciers. Step onto the frozen ice mass or look through the glass-bottomed Glacier Skywalk at a glacial ravine hundreds of feet below. Continue along this drive within Jasper National ParkOpens in a new window where you can enjoy backcountry hiking in the wilderness. The park’s natural delights include Athabasca FallsOpens in a new window and Maligne CanyonOpens in a new window. Look for elk, moose, caribou and grizzly bears. Swim, kayak, waterski, fish and scuba dive in the alpine lakes of Waterton Lakes National Park.

The Canadian Rockies offer year-round beauty and adventure. Try heli-skiing in winter, photograph mountain wildflowers in spring, go whitewater rafting in summer and view colorful foliage and purple mountains reflected in still lakes in fall.

Travel by plane, train or car to nearby CalgaryOpens in a new window or EdmontonOpens in a new window to begin your journey. Find your favorite Canadian Rockies mountain, glacier or lake to explore now and remember for a lifetime.

Where to stay in Canadian Rockies

Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Downtown District
Canmore which includes a small town or village and mountains

Town Centre

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Town Centre, Art Country Canada Canmore Gallery and Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Town Centre
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
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Banff Centre District

If you're spending some time in Banff Centre District, Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Banff Centre District
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Tunnel Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.

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Three Sisters Mountain Village

While visiting Three Sisters Mountain Village, you might make a stop by sights like Stewart Creek Golf Club and Bow River.

Three Sisters Mountain Village
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ¥52,322 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
¥52,322
¥58,172 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,289 reviews)
"Nice basic place. Looks like it was refurbished recently. Quiet and close to downtown Banff. Pictures and accessories in room were wolf themed.. enjoyed that."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is ¥56,178 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
¥56,178
¥62,459 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,718 reviews)
"This hotel was a great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Forest Park Hotel
Forest Park Hotel
3.5 out of 5
76 Connaught Dr, Jasper, AB
The price is ¥47,758 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
¥47,758
¥53,829 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Jasper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,223 reviews)
"Spacious room and bath. Kitchen set up was very handy. Friendly and helpful front desk."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Forest Park Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort
Hidden Ridge Resort
3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,443 reviews)
"Opposite site of town. Quite a long walk to go anywhere."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Basecamp Resorts Canmore
3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,253 reviews)
"There was no introduction to use sofa bed in hotels.com and this hotel. So, we were confused about why we didn’t have two beds. Except this and noise from trains, this place was good. One thing I would like to tell you is the Chinese guy was smoking in front of the non-smoking sign."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Sundance By Basecamp
Sundance By Basecamp
2.5 out of 5
2 Sundance Rd Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB
Stay at this campground in Kananaskis. Enjoy free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Bronze Chair Ski Lift and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (215 reviews)
"Family tent was an amazing experience! The ambience itself was great and it also had a few amenities like USB outlets and wireless chargers within the tent. The fire place couldn't heat up the tent properly so we were shivering after midnight once the firewood burned out."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Sundance By Basecamp
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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