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Lower Bertha Falls – Waterton Lakes

Lower Bertha Falls – Waterton Lakes

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Lower Bertha Falls is an easy hike that is a great introduction to the spectacular scenery in Waterton Lakes National Park. We were staying in the campground in the Waterton Park townsite, so we didn’t even need to drive anywhere, the trailhead is at the edge of the town. Bertha Falls itself is a beautiful horsetail fan-type waterfall that twists and continues to cascade over interesting upturned rock formations. If you have extra energy, you can continue on to Upper…

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Boundary Falls – Boundary Country

Boundary Falls – Boundary Country

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Boundary Falls is the name of a town and a waterfall that cascades through an impressive gorge along surrounded by sweet-smelling ponderosa pine trees. This region has an interesting history of mining. You’ll be able to see some hints of the previous industrial uses of this now-wild waterfall, like cribbing clinging to the cliffs. This fabulous waterfall is surprisingly easy to reach from the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3). So this is a perfect mini adventure for you to stretch your…

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Spotted Lake or kłlilx’w – Okanagan

Spotted Lake or kłlilx’w – Okanagan

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Spotted Lake or kłlilx’w (sometimes written Ktlil’k) is a really interesting phenomenon in a lake just outside of Osoyoos in the Okanagan region of BC, Canada. It is a lake, right next to Highway 3, that looks like it is covered in multicoloured polka dots! In springtime the water covers the entire lake, so you might not be able to see the spots clearly, however later in the year, as water evaporates they become more obvious. Expect this lake to…

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US & Canadian Rocky Mountains Road Trip – Book review

US & Canadian Rocky Mountains Road Trip – Book review

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One of the best things about living in North America is the possibility of epic road trips! If you like road trips to reach fabulous mountain vistas, then you’ll want US & Canadian Rocky Mountains Road Trip by Becky Lomax. When planning a road trip around the Rockies, this guide will help you find the best sights; And more importantly, the best hikes. I received a free copy of this book from the publishers, but I am genuinely chuffed with…

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