I'm an Ontario resident, and I had been planing a trip to Alaska. For obvious reason, I'm re-routing to BC for glacier.
I have several doubts about this trip:
- As a first-time traveller for glacier, which park/route do you suggest?
- I'm not a fan of hiking. Can I stay on the driveway?
- I'm planning a 5-day trip. Is it too short?
Thank you!
4 Comments
bearish@sh.itjust.works · 7 pts · 1y
Glacier national park (the Canadian one) Banff/jasper Icefields parkway
All are spectacular, all are close to each other, and can be enjoyed from the vehicle/a short walk if thats your thing.
Depending on when you plan to travel, some roads/parking areas may be closed. They start to open in April, generally.
Five days is probably fine, especially if you aren't into hiking and just plan on driving.
zhenbo_endle@lemmy.ca · 2 pts · 1y
Thank you bearish!
I'd fly to Calgary, rent a car, and drive to Glacier National Park. If time permits, I'd also visit Banff National Park
Nomecks@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 1y
Johnston Canyon is a good stop near Banff if you don't mind hiking for a few hours.
Manitobruh@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 1y
Salmon glacier is absolutely incredible. Just north of Stewart BC. You have to drive through a short portion of Alaska but it's not much of a border crossing, last time I went was just with a drivers licence lol. You can fly in to Terrace and a bit of a drive to Stewart. Super cool little village with some spectacular views. If you can afford it I'd highly recommend a helicopter tour.