Here’s how to get the most out of a trip to Canada's big mountain country
. Spend two nights in the area — you’ll see wildlife throughout most of the year. Jasper has half as many hotels as Banff, so book ahead and shop around for deals. Next, drive south on Highway 93 to Banff National Park, taking in the Columbia Icefields. Stay two nights in thearea and then continue south on Highway 93 through Kootenay National Park. Stay a night in Radium Hot Springs before continuing south for spectacular views at Crowsnest Pass and Waterton Lakes National Park.
From Banff the following morning, walk up Sleeping Buffalo to summit an easy Rockies’ peak. Alternatively, drive to Norquay ski resort to walk the 2.6 mile Stoney Lookout loop through evergreen forest. Accessible year round, it has virtually no foot traffic and offers the best views of distinctive Cascade Mountain and the mighty Western Cordillera’s front ranges.
On day three, drive to Lake Louise for sunrise. In good weather take the summer chairlift from its ski area, a good vantage point for grizzlies. Then head into Yoho National Park and drive up to Takkakaw Falls; the road open May/June-September/October. Don’t miss lunch at
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