Tour the Canadian Rockies
Driving to and from Alaska offers you a wide variety of options when crossing Canada. One of the best of these is stopping to explore both Banff and Jasper national parks, both on the Alberta-British Columbia border. On our last visit a couple of years ago, we saw dozens of elk, deer, black bear, mountain goats and bighorn sheep right next to the roads running through the parks. These are great parks for wildlife viewing.
But, the real treat when visiting these parks is to drive along the spine of the Canadian Rockies on the Icefield Parkway between the cities of Banff and Jasper, about a 160 miles on a road also known as Highway 93. The views are absolutely stunning, and you'll find yourself pulling over frequently just to soak it all in. Best to allow a full day for this drive. Be aware, though, there are a couple of long, steep stretches on this road. Otherwise it is a first class highway in all respects.
Labels: Icefield Parkway
posted by Ron Dalby at
6/01/2007 10:28:00 AM
3 Comments:
I toured the Icefield road from Banff to Jasper 2 yrs. ago & although beautiful, the road almost beat me to death, probably because of the winter/summer weather extremes & wear & tear. I was in my 25' Chinook MH w/airbags & it was still rough. Drivers take note. Plus gas was very expensive w/fillups few & far between!
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Anonymous, at June 10, 2007 9:41 AM
I totally agree. We have visited there three times, and each time was more gorgeous and impressive than the time before. I highly recommend every mile of the trip. Just be sure to allow lots of time because you will want to stop and explore and gaze at everything along the way. A fabulous trip in every way!
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Judith, at June 11, 2007 5:10 PM
I have toured most of north america so far the icefields highway is the most senic day trip I have seen. On a clear day the views are great,there are lots of places to stop,and wildlife abounds.
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bill, at June 16, 2007 10:26 AM
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