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Like most parks, Yoho National Park has an abundance of native wildlife that you can try to catch a glimpse of during your trip. Here are a few in particular that you should keep an eye out for, especially if you brought your camera. BearsThere are two species of bears that live in the Canadian […]
There are so many places to visit in Yoho National Park that it can be difficult to squeeze them all into one day. However, you can certainly fit the highlights into a single day trip if you plan your itinerary carefully. Here are some suggestions: Takkakaw FallsIf you only have time to visit one place […]
Yoho National Park is located in the Canadian portion of the Rocky Mountains, right on the border between the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Despite Yoho’s remote surroundings, Calgary is only about two hours away, making it a reasonable site for a day trip from the city. To reach the park from Calgary, just […]
The entrance fees for Yoho National Park are the same as for other Canadian national parks. The fees are $11 for an adult between 18 and 64 years old, $9.50 for a senior aged 65 and up, and free for anyone under the age of 18. Keep in mind that these prices are in Canadian […]
Although Yoho National Park is the smallest park in the Canadian Rockies, there’s still plenty to do there. If you want to experience everything that Yoho has to offer, then we’d recommend spending at least three days there. If you’re visiting during the winter, when some areas are closed for safety reasons, then two days […]
Due to the innate danger of walking around in the wilderness, any national park is going to have the occasional accident and Yoho is no exception. One recent Yoho National Park incident in 2023 saw six visitors fall through a crumbling ice sheet into the freezing cold water of the Kicking Horse River. An onlooker […]
Ultimately, you’ll have to answer this question for yourself. However, in our humble opinion, there are a ton of Yoho National Park attractions that are well worth seeing and we encourage you to take the trip. Named after a Cree exclamation of wonder and amazement, Yoho showcases the beauty of the Canadian Rockies like few […]
Located among some of the highest peaks in the Canadian Rockies, Yoho National Park is well-known for its natural beauty. The word “yoho” is a Cree exclamation of awe or amazement, a little bit like “wow!” in English, and it’s easy to see where the name came from when you see the park’s incredible landscapes […]
How far is it from Lake Louise to Jasper? The most direct route is about three hours and takes you through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Canada. This drive takes a 140-mile stretch of Alberta Highway 93 called the Icefields Parkway, which offers views of stunning lakes, enormous waterfalls, and even a glacier. […]
Driving the Icefields Parkway between Lake Louise and Jasper will reward you with gorgeous scenic views of lakes, waterfalls, icefields, and even a couple of glaciers. Here’s our list of what to see on the Icefields Parkway: Crowfoot Glacier Viewpoint: About half an hour away from Lake Louise is the first stop on the list, […]
