Park Distillery

A Spirit of Sustainability: Q+A with Park Distillery

Creating an experience that best represents Banff National Park means distilling a culture that cares about our natural world. What does that look like for a bustling Banff Avenue restaurant? [...]

From Trail to Peak: 8 Epic Hikes in Banff National Park

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. [...]

5 Old-School Camping Recipes (With an Upgrade)

Food brings people together, and so do campfires. Aren't some of your fondest memories made around a crackling fire with the enticement of a warm meal making your mouth water? On your next adventure, give these classic meals a try with our step-by-step recipes and ideas for upgrading them with a modern twist. [...]

Annie Staple: The Guardian of the Gates

For 32 years, she stood as the keeper of the East Gate to Rocky Mountains Park, now Banff National Park. Here is Annie Staple's remarkable story. [...]

12 Gift Ideas for the Mountain Enthusiast

Mountain people can be surprisingly easy to shop for. Give them a new piece of gear to unwrap and they'll usually be over the moon. But, if you want to be a bit more unique or deliberate in your gift-giving this holiday season, check out this list of gifts curated specifically for the mountain enthusiast! [...]

12 Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Mountain Mates

As we creep our way towards the holiday season are you twiddling your thumbs trying to come up with gift ideas for the mountain enthusiasts in your life? Twiddle no more; our team has come up with some clever, useful and unexpected gift ideas that are perfect for the outdoors lover or Rockies dweller. [...]