Exploring Canadian National Parks
By Ida Berg, 23rd November 2018
As a part of my exchange journey in Toronto
I’ve been exploring three beautiful and surreal National Parks in Canada
getting away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The first trip planned
was in Algonquin Provincial Park, a perfect place for canoeing and
experiencing the fall colours in the maple leaf trees. I went on the trip with Overhang Adventures who truly made a huge effort for it to be a
memory for life.
Algonquin National Park view during fall
Colourful tree tops in Algonquin National Park
A group of friends and I planned a camping trip on our own, driving through Alberta from Banff National Park to Jasper National Park. Both parks give you endless opportunities to explore the outdoors whether going for canoeing, hiking or skiing.
Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park
A recommendation from my trip is to definitely have
a car if you go off-season. By following the Icefields Parkway from Banff to
Jasper you come across so many crystal blue Lakes, Rocky Mountains, glaciers
and if you’re very lucky, wildlife.
Crystal clear water at Peyto Lake
Some of my favourite places
during the trip were the:
- Valley of Five Lakes' Turkish blue water
- Peyto Lake's beautiful view
- Johnston Canyon's great hiking trail
- Lake Louise's mountain view
The places were amazing, allowing beginners to enjoy the outdoors with
shorter hiking trails giving everyone the fresh feeling from the nature.
My trips only lasted up to five days, which gave a limited time to visit
all the places. I wish there was time enough to explore the rest, as the
opportunities seemed endless. At last, I am grateful for the
opportunity to even go there.
Waterfall at Johnston Canyon Trail
i personally have not visited any national parks but reading your blog i would love to go!
ReplyDeleteI love Algonquin Provincial Park. It's relatively close by and there's so much to do there. I visited over the summer and spent days canoeing and hiking. I especially loved the Oxtongue River Park that is right before the entrance of Algonquin on Highway 60.
ReplyDeleteI was in Algonquin in October for my birthday and I absolutely love it! If you ever get the chance you should go to Killarney! The lakes are gorgeous there!
ReplyDeleteI will definitely check that out! Thanks for the tip :)
DeleteBeautiful pictures! You mentioned many places I wish I had the time to go to when I was out west.
ReplyDeleteWow. The pictures are just beautiful. Thank you for the recommendation :) x
ReplyDeleteI have to echo the comments on your pictures, Ida. Stunning photos! It really shows how beautiful Canada's parks are. I hope you get the chance to keep exploring and that you enjoyed your experiences!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures. In my opinion, these would be great places to visit during the summer.
ReplyDeletePeyto Lake has amazed me!
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