Route guides, lake by lake advice and the practical things worth knowing before you head into the Rockies.

Banff sits about 130 kilometres west of Calgary, and getting there is simpler than most first-time visitors expect. Whether you are driving… Read more

Canmore sits right on the way to Banff, so most travel advice treats it as a stop the Banff shuttles pass through… Read more

The Calgary to Banff trip covers about 140 kilometres and takes 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. Seven services run it:… Read more

Moraine Lake opened June 1, 2026. Cars are banned and Parks Canada shuttles sell out fast. See the easiest way to visit… Read more

You cannot drive to Moraine Lake anymore, and Lake Louise parking fills before 8am. Here is how both lakes actually fit into… Read more