In our latest Mountain Lodge Spotlight, our Editor-in-Chief spends a weekend with her family at Buffalo Mountain Lodge, and discovers that a great vacation can happen just five minutes from home. Whether you're a visitor or seasoned local, this mountain getaway offers the perfect mix of accessibility and tranquility, even if you’ve got a four-year-old in tow...

Mountains make the greatest teachers and provide us with countless opportunities to contemplate, question and learn. At 99, Richard Guy has had nearly a century of lessons during his life-long relationship with the mountains. In this installment of “Three Things I’ve Learned”, writer Lynn Martel taps into the wisdom of this mathematician and mountain adventurer, who truly embodies a life lived to the fullest.

At the heart of mountain culture in the Canadian Rockies is the tradition of mountain lodging that beckons travellers to disconnect, unwind and enjoy a warm drink by the fire. Our Mountain Lodge Spotlight series features just this – a long-standing history that continues to this day. Whether in the backcountry or at the roadside, these mountain lodges feature stunning locations and good old mountain hospitality.

Luxury in wilderness comes a bit off the beaten track for many getaway lodges in the Canadian Rockies. But, Emerald Lake Lodge maintains a semblance of isolation and the elegance of simplicity, despite being just a short drive away from the nearest village. The historic Swiss-inspired lodge is just as inviting as the peaks seen from its windows, beckoning visitors to explore and enjoy the splendour of Yoho National Park. Tera Swanson tells you the best ways to experience this mountain gem in winter.

From resorts to natural hot springs and hot pools that require a ski or hike in, soak up one of these experiences in the Canadian Rockies and neighbouring regions!

For avid campers and newbies alike, the costs of pitching a tent can add up. Thankfully, there are nearly 1,300 free recreation sites across B.C. and several in Alberta’s Rockies waiting for you to set up camp. Here are the best resources we could find – in print and on the web.

Getting into the wilderness is an unforgettable experience. What’s even more memorable is getting above it. If you’re ready to take your hiking boots higher, consider this list of next-level hikes for the aspiring peak-bagger.

We all know the catchphrase “No pain, no gain.” Trust this trail guide author when he says that while most of these hikes may be strenuous, spectacular views will be your reward. Enjoy this short excerpt from Vol. 2 of the Canadian Rockies Annual! Want the other 10 ideas for scenic hikes? Purchase a copy of the magazine from our shop.

It’s officially saddle season!

As the annual shift from winter gear to spring and summer equipment begins to happen in garages, mudrooms, and storage areas throughout the Rockies, we’ve come up with a list of the top road bike rides so you can be ready to hit the pavement cycling.

Explore the best mountain biking trails in Banff, Alberta.

Now, we certainly aren’t reinventing the wheel with any of these tips for the trail, but we feel strongly in our soles to remind you about some of the ways you can tread lightly in the mountains when adventuring. Whether it’s as simple as keeping trash off the trail or carpooling to the trailhead, together, we can reduce the boot prints we leave in the wild.

We all go outside to clear our heads, but some of us have more clearing out to do than others. Margo Talbot delves into the destructive forces of post-traumatic stress and how nature's healing power can bring us back into balance.