In Honour of Canada Turning 150

Canada is now officially 150 years old and it doesn’t feel any different. Well because of this momentous occasion for us Canadians we are given a lovely opportunity from the government of Ontario to grab a “Discovery Pass” and explore all of Canada’s National Parks for free during 2017! Here are just four places that you can visit before this year ends.

Banff National Park

Banff National Park Moraine Lake

Banff National Park is located in Alberta and it is Canada’s oldest national park. The park is a little west of Calgary and full of beautiful alpine landscapes, wildlife, hot springs and don’t forget the Rocky Mountains there will definitely be something worth snapping a picture for. Whether you go there during the winter or summer there are activities all year round. Have a look at things they offer and get going to Banff because it’s one large park and only so many things you’ll be able to see and do.

Bruce Peninsula National Park

The Bruce Peninsula National Park is another amazing park located in Southern Ontario right on the Niagara Escarpment. Get your cameras and bathing suits ready because there are plenty of photo ops for this picture perfect park, surrounded by blue water from The “Grotto” in Bruce Peninsula or a hike to the Fathom Five National Marine Park you will always be amazed in the park. You can even see shipwrecks, hike, or camp out in this park to try and discover all of its hidden treasures.

Gwaii Haanas National Park

Gwaii Haanas National Park is located in British Columbia and it is more than just a park, it also has the Natural Historic site of a Haida Village. With guided boat tours, kayaking and other fun activities that range based on the weather and day. The Gwaii Haanas park is on an island and is far away from the city so you’re guaranteed to have a very peaceful and tranquil visit. With stunning views and scenery you’ll want to spend every minute trying to soak in the beauty before you have to leave. Not to mention the view from the flight in and out is unforgettable.

Wood Buffalo National Park

Finally, another gorgeous park to explore is the Wood Buffalo National park located in Alberta and the Northwest Territories. This park is the largest national park in Canada and has the world’s largest free roaming wood bison within it’s park. There is a lot of wildlife activity within this park there are multiple species that inhabit Wood Buffalo National Park and has stunning lake views all around the park. All you really need is to be ready to get dirty and hike as far as you can to absorb what this park has to offer.