hiking

Reviews of specific hikes or campground reviews that include nearby hikes.

Gold Panner Campground – review

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My annual search for camping destinations is both exhilarating and exhausting. There is the thrill of unearthing new, intriguing places to add to our itinerary balanced with the recognition that there are fewer such places to find with each passing year. Occasionally, I’ll find a unicorn. A perfect match of location and activity. Gold Panner … Read more

The Great Sand Hills of Saskatchewan

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If you spend a lot of time researching interesting destinations for camping trips, you’re bound to stumble upon a curiosity that gets lodged in the back of your mind seemingly forever. A place that, on its own, doesn’t quite justify a stand-alone trip, but if you’re passing through the neighbourhood is worth checking out. For … Read more

Silverton Falls – Banff National Park

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There are some things you just can’t have one of. Like slices of pizza. Or Oreos. In university it was beer. Mark Messier and Lays would have you believe it’s potato chips. For me personally, Smarties fit the bill. And I’m talking handfuls, not individual ones. Well, it turns out waterfalls are also best enjoyed … Read more

Johnston Canyon – Banff National Park

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When the question of Banff hikes comes up, I’m reminded of The Brady Bunch. Jan, in particular. You know that infamous “Marsha, Marsha, Marsha” line of hers? Well, the most common answer to the Banff hikes question … “Johnston Canyon, Johnston Canyon, Johnston Canyon” … hits my ears the same. To say Johnston Canyon is … Read more