"Including Banff and Jasper National Parks"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (pages 379-385) and index.
Contents:
Discover the Canadian Rockies -- Banff National Park -- Canmore -- Kananaskis country -- Kootenay National Park and vicinity -- Yoho National Park and vicinity -- Jasper National Park -- Waterton Lakes National Park -- Calgary -- Background -- Essentials.
Summary:
Canada resident and avid outdoorsman Andrew Hempstead offers his firsthand advice on experiencing the Canadian Rockies, from rafting on the Bow River and hiking Lake O'Hara to staying in a remote log cabin. Hempstead includes unique trip ideas, such as A Week Under the Stars and Exploring the Canadian Rockies with Children. Complete with details on escaping the crowds at Lake Louise, viewing wildlife at Moraine, and dining in Banff, Moon Canadian Rockies gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. Suggestions on how to plan a trip that's perfect for you, 27 detailed and easy-to-use maps, sights, activities, restaurants, and accommodations.
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