Outdoors

Looking for an outdoor escape that is as wild as it is wonderful? Western Canada serves up epic adventures right in our backyard, all-year round. Carving through fresh powder at local gems like Powder King? Hiking in Vancouver Island’s rainforests? Kayaking in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Louise? Yes, yes, and yes! 

With landscapes ranging from rugged coastlines to towering peaks—and epic skiing in British Columbia and Alberta—Western Canada is the ultimate escape into nature. 

Hear the Canadian calling? Read our stories below for top destinations, local tips, and seasonal activities to make the most of your outdoor adventure.

A women throwing a snowball at her friend on the ski hill

A big helping of winter, a cold snap to write home about, new ski hill developments and 1000...

Two People running down a trail in snowshoes.

Strap on snowshoes and explore the winter landscape and culture in Lac La Biche region, home to...

Looking down at Powder King

True snow seekers know your next adventure can be simple as a snowshoe in the park, or crushing...

snowboarders at misery mountain alberta paul lavoie

As a new ski season gets underway, you'll often notice a few changes at your favourite Alberta or BC...

Edmonton's vibrant winter patio scene provides you with ways to connect with friends, enjoy time...

Jasper Marmot Albert #SkiNorthAB skiing

Fresh snow on T-Bar Ridge beckons as Manu Loir-Mongazon and Jailin Bertolin drop their skis and...

SnowValley Alberta #SkiNorthAB snowboarding skiing

Spaceship earth momentarily tips into zero gravity. Up becomes down, and Jen Sherstan and Elisa Chee...

Patio hopping on a winter day in Edmonton magically transports you inside a gigantic snowglobe. 

thank you story ski season 2021 SilverStar skiing

Hey Snow seekers, it's time to give a big collective shout-out to the Alberta and B.C.s ski industry...

Indigenous Women Outdoors British Columbia Backcountry skills

Indigenous Women Outdoors (IWO) recently wrapped up its first winter season offering a Backcountry...

Nakiska #NewSkiAB Alberta Kananaskis snowboard and ski lessons

It was an epic day of winter firsts for Kausar Kallaru recently: her first time visiting a Canadian...

Skiing under Northern Lights in Bonnyville AB Paul Lavoie

Picture this: cresting the rise of Muriel Lake on skis as it opens onto an endless view of snow...

Two people cross country ski while it snows in Smithers BC

Exploring the great outdoors isn't limited to the warmer months. It's just as fun, and just as good...

A lot has happened in Alberta and British Columbia since last season, and there's so much to know as...

Wow, wasn’t that the week that felt like a lifetime? With the barrage of bad news about the...

Nothing beats seeing a happy doggo running through the snow. Jaw dragging, mouth open and scooping...

Powder King

You've got to totally love this time of year; more daylight, extended hours for the lifts and it's...