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The most beautiful place on eath where I have ever been. This place is a must for every outdoor sports fan. Enjoy real Canadian nature combined with lots of opportunies of any sport you like. I have been here for an 8 day overnight hike backpacking through the backcountry. I went to Mt. Assiniboine Provincial Park and to Mt. Assiniboine itself.

2003 19/07 - 27/07 Banff NP / Mt. Assiniboine PP
2003 19/07 - 27/07 Banff NP / Mt. Assiniboine PP - Banff National Park

I had the possibility to go on a 8 day hike through the Canadian Mountains. I went with a very good friend. We had full outdoor hiking and camping equipment with us, and I was able getting perfect views of the mountains, which has completely changed my life. It was really an outdoor adventure. We started in Banff and went to Healey Creek Campground, went on to Porcupine Campground in Mt. Assiniboine Provioncial Park. From there we reached Og-Lake Campground and afterwards Lake Magog. There we stayed for a few days and had some nice one-day hikes. Finally we went back to Og-Lake, Howard-Douglas Lake Campground, Brewster Creek Campground and back to Banff.

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  • Pros:beautiful nature, beautiful views, beautiful trails, beautiful everything
  • Cons:be aware of bears
  • In a nutshell:This has been THE hike of my life
  • Last visit to Banff National Park: Jul 2003
  • Intro Updated Aug 17, 2003
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view down to Fatigue Valley - Banff National Park No trail between Citadel Peak and... Warnings and Dangers (4)

When trying to find the trail between the Citadel Peak and the Brewster Creek, you should follow the stone heaps. If you... more travel advice

The Valley of the Rocks - Banff National Park Take enough water Warnings and Dangers (4)

Between Porcupine campground and Lake Og Campground you will not find any water resources! Thus you should take a lot of... more travel advice

mosquitos can be dangerous - Banff National Park Lots of mosquitos Warnings and Dangers (4)

In summer, there seem to be a lot of mosquitos, especially on the campgrounds. You should wear a net over your face, to... more travel advice

pure wildlife - Banff National Park Be aware of bears Warnings and Dangers (4)

When going down from Healey Creek Campground to Porcupine Campground you should be aware of bears. We saw several bear... more travel advice

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