Canadian Rockies Hot Springs

When people come to the Canadian Rockies hot springs and spas are two activities that are always high on the list. Added bonus: You can enjoy hot springs any time of year - especially after a long hard day of hiking or skiing!

The native tribes of the area had known of the water's healing powers for generations and soon the settlers and tourists would benefit from the healing springs. Just take a look!!

THE BANFF UPPER HOT SPRINGS

Take a soak at the Banff Upper Hot Springs
Photo courtesy Alberta Tourism

Come and visit Canada's first "natural spa"! Banff became internationally renowned following the discovery of the hot springs in 1883 and Canada's first National Park, now known as Banff National Park, was born. You can take a steamy dip in these very waters at the Upper Hot Springs in Banff and discover its history at the Cave and Basin.

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS

Relax in the beautiful
Radium Hot Springs
Photo by Michael Jennek

Radium Hot Springs, located in Kootenay National Park, is surrounded by the cliffs of Sinclair Canyon, home to the Bighorn Sheep. Unlike the other mountain hot springs mentioned here, the Radium Hot Springs are odourless and have traces of radium to relax you. Why not make an afternoon of it with your family or a group of friends!

MIETTE HOT SPRINGS

Visit Jasper and Miette Hot Springs
Photo by Michael Jennek

Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park is the hottest of the three hot springs mentioned here with an average temperature of 54 degrees Celsius. Take the long scenic road up to Miette and finish off a day of sightseeing in the mountains with a relaxing soak and a nice meal. There is nothing like it!

HISTORY OF THE MOUNTAIN HOT SPRINGS

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Waterfalls? Visit Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls, or how about Mistaya Canyon, Johnston Canyon or Maligne Canyon! Witness the power of water and watch how water cuts, carving its way into age-old rock. The white churning water crashes and turns into the greenest flow. The spray - refreshing... and cold!!! Nature at its finest.

Glaciers? These mystifying ice flows really connect you back to a time when the earth was covered in ice. Come and experience the Icefields Parkway and go for an ice walk or take a ride on an Ice Explorer to learn more about these disappearing wonders.

Sparkling blue-green Lakes? Yes, they really do exist! The mountain parks are famous for their blue-green colour.Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Bow Lake and Maligne Lake (famous for Spirit Island) are just a few of the breath-taking jewels here in the Rockies that are easy to get to. Don't forget your camera!

Travelling by Road & Rail? One of the most beautiful ways to travel across this big country is by rail. Make a Vancouver circle trip that takes you from Vancouver through the Rockies to Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and back to Vancouver. There is nothing like the views from a train in the mountains!

Scenic Drives? Whether you are on the road with a rental car, a motorhome or your own vehicle, there are a number of scenic drives you can do yourself that will guide you to the most interesting spots in the mountains that you won't want to miss.

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Activities? There are so many great outdoor activities that allow you to discover the mountains in a whole new way. Take a canoe out on Lake Louise or a Kayak on the Bow for an afternoon. Go horseback riding through the Sundance Canyon or go hiking at Johnston Canyon.