Your journey begins as you depart from
Calgary heading west, where urban scenery quickly gives way to rolling foothills leading into the Canadian Rockies. As you approach the Kananaskis region, watch the right side of the road for
Mount Yamnuska — the first major mountain massif on your route.
The next key stop is the town of
Canmore. It’s worth making a short stop here to see the iconic
Three Sisters mountain range, which greets travelers on the left as you enter town. Continuing west along the highway, you will enter both the national park and the town of
Banff. Towering above the town is the massive
Mount Rundle, stretching along the valley.
Overnight stay is planned at a campground in the Banff area.