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What To Do in Banff If You Only Have $50
Sep 16, 2026

What To Do in Banff If You Only Have $50

Banff is expensive, but $50 can still buy a pretty good day if you know where to park, eat and spend it.

Keith Fernandes
Keith Fernandes
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Our Review of the Banff Norquay Via Ferrata, Is It Worth It?
Sep 02, 2026

Our Review of the Banff Norquay Via Ferrata, Is It Worth It?

Prices and schedules are accurate as of 2026.

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Things to Do in Banff That Aren’t Hiking (From a Local)
Aug 25, 2026

Things to Do in Banff That Aren’t Hiking (From a Local)

You don’t need hiking boots to experience Banff’s mountain views, turquoise lakes and some of its best attractions

Brendan Nogue
Brendan Nogue
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Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak: A Complete Guide
Aug 10, 2026

Door Jamb Mountain and Loder Peak: A Complete Guide

This short scramble near Exshaw packs two summits, big Bow Valley views and plenty of variety into a 6.1-kilometre outing.

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Mount Collembola Hike: One Of Canmore's Most Underrated Peaks
Jun 22, 2026

Mount Collembola Hike: One Of Canmore's Most Underrated Peaks

Expect a long day, over 1,400 metres of elevation gain, and some of the most impressive panoramic views in the Canmore area.

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Middle Sister Hike: A Complete Guide To One of Canmore's Iconic Peaks
Jun 17, 2026

Middle Sister Hike: A Complete Guide To One of Canmore's Iconic Peaks

A challenging but beginner-friendly summit that rewards hikers with some of the best views in the Bow Valley.

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How To Do The Icefields Parkway In One Day From Banff
Jun 01, 2026

How To Do The Icefields Parkway In One Day From Banff

If You Only Had One Day To Do The Icefields Parkway From Banff, Here’s Exactly How I’d Spend It After Testing It Myself

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Car-Free Cycling Returns to Bow Valley Parkway. Here’s How to Ride It.
Apr 30, 2026

Car-Free Cycling Returns to Bow Valley Parkway. Here’s How to Ride It.

A 17-kilometre stretch between Banff and Johnston Canyon is closed to vehicles for the next six weeks, creating one of the park’s best cycling routes.

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Moraine Lake Shuttle Reservations: Step-by-Step Guide (With Video)
Apr 13, 2026

Moraine Lake Shuttle Reservations: Step-by-Step Guide (With Video)

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Court of Appeal Upholds Canmore’s Livability Tax
Mar 13, 2026

Court of Appeal Upholds Canmore’s Livability Tax

Ruling confirms the town can charge higher property taxes on homes not used as a primary residence

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Interest Surges in Nordegg as 109km Rail Trail Takes Shape
Feb 25, 2026

Interest Surges in Nordegg as 109km Rail Trail Takes Shape

The developing trail follows a historic rail line and is already attracting bikepackers, hikers and adventure seekers

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The Highway 40 Waterfall Most Winter Hikers Never See in Kananaskis
Jan 29, 2026

The Highway 40 Waterfall Most Winter Hikers Never See in Kananaskis

A rarely visited frozen waterfall accessed via six bridge crossings along Galatea Creek

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