Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
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Many books have been written about hiking in the Canadian Rockies, particularly in Alberta and eastern British Columbia (the "Rocky Mountains" don't actually extend that far). This guide is an attempt to describe how to organize and prepare for a hike in and around the Canadian Rockies.
Get inCalgary is the closest airport with flights from major international destinations, although Edmonton and Kelowna airports also have many flights and provide good access.
Prepare(Note: this applies mostly to day hiking; for overnight hiking, be sure you have all the proper gear.)
HikesNow that you are ready to hike, here are a few suggested routes. Please bear in mind that all hikes listed here should be doable without climbing equipment.
SleepDespite growing numbers of visitors into the mountain parks the number of people who actually camp in the backcountry has declined.
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Hiking in the Canadian Rockies" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
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