Alberta Top Things To Do
The great outdoors is the main attraction in the southern part of the Rockies; Banff and Jasper national parks are obvious starting points.
Winter sports
There are myriad ways to enjoy the wonderful mountain scenery, including dog sledding (trekking along mountain trails with teams of huskies under the supervision of experienced guides), ski-joring (being pulled along on skis by teams of huskies), wildlife tracking, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.
On the slopes
Skiing, both cross-country and downhill, is a major pastime in the Rockies in the winter. Snowboarding is also very popular.
Calgary Stampede
Canada's biggest rodeo is billed as the ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth'; it is held over 10 days in July each year (www.calgarystampede.com) and attracts many competitors and spectators with stage shows, parades, concerts, rodeo and agricultural exhibits.
Scenic drive
The Icefields Parkway (Highway 93), running through Banff and Jasper national parks, affords magnificent views of the lakes, forests and the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield. It also provides access to wilderness trails in the area.
Alpine diving
Horseshoe Lake, Patricia Lake and Lake Annette are three of the more popular alpine diving locations. Divers should be experienced and employ the ‘buddy' system as the water is cold and often cloudy. The local Rangers Station supplies permits, maps and other information.
Banff Summer Arts Festival
Alberta's biggest showcase of the arts (with dance, theatre, film, music and art) takes place over four months annually, all amidst the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.
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