Canadian Rockies

Why the Canadian Rockies are special
The Canadian Rockies are one of the world's most gratifying mountain vacation destinations.

Canadian Rocky Mountains tips and insights
Sightseeing appeal
Visitors relish majestic snow-capped peaks, plummeting waterfalls, gushing brooks, emerald lakes, luxuriant meadows, and fresh pine-scented mountain air. And, there is a wealth of wildlife including bears, elk and eagles. The Canadian national and provincial parks in the area have helped conserve this precious environment.

Recreational appeal
Visitors to this pristine area of Canada also enjoy a host of recreational activities including hiking, boating, fishing and skiing.

Geography
The Canadian Rockies extend upward from lower Alberta to upper British Columbia province (see map below).

The range also physically extends southward, into Glacier National Park in the USA.

Canadian vs. USA peaks
Generally, the peaks of the Canadian Rockies are more rugged than their USA Rocky Mountain counterparts.

Mount Robson
It is nearly 4,000 meters (13,000 feet) above sea level, making it the highest peak of the Canadian Rockies.

Canadian Pacific Railroad
The construction of the Canada Pacific Railroad route through the mountains in the 1880s was an engineering marvel - and significantly boosted tourism for the region.

Banff
Banff is the major resort town in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Click the link below to read my web page on Banff National Park.
Banff

Getting there
Calgary, Alberta is the leading fly-in gateway. It's 1.5 hours from Banff on the swift Trans Canada highway.

Location in Canada