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Best American Adventures: Climb the Diamond on Longs Peak

National Geographic Adventure profile of the iconic Diamond route on Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, explaining the route’s history, difficulty, scenery, and why it’s considered one of the classic alpine climbs in the American Rockies.

Rocky Mountain National Park Visitor Guide

REI Co-op’s comprehensive visitor guide to Rocky Mountain National Park with practical trip planning advice, top hikes and day trips, camping and backcountry info, seasonal tips (weather, altitude, lightning), and safety recommendations.

Things to Do in the Canadian Rockies

Rocky Mountaineer’s destination blog post covering top experiences across Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper—scenic drives, hikes, gondolas, wildlife highlights, lake activities, and suggested itineraries for different traveler types.

Canadian Rocky Mountains (destination guide)

Peak Experiences (Peak Planning & Creative) long-form guide to the Canadian Rockies with curated hikes, photo spots, national-park logistics, family-friendly options, gear and packing tips, and suggested multi-day itineraries for Banff/Lake Louise/Jasper.

Plan your summer vacation to the Colorado Rockies

Lonely Planet / Plan It Let’s Go blog post giving seasonal advice and an actionable summer-focused itinerary for Colorado’s Rocky Mountain destinations, including where to base yourself, outdoor activities, events, and local tips for dining and transport.

Moraine Lake

Lake Louise area, Banff National Park, Alberta

A glacier-fed alpine lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, famous for its vivid turquoise colour and dramatic mountain backdrop; long celebrated in Canadian landscape photography and park tourism.

Lake Louise

Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta

Known for its emerald waters and the historic Chateau Lake Louise lodge established by railway-era tourism; it has been a signature destination in the Canadian Rockies for more than a century.

Moraine Park (Rocky Mountain National Park)

Moraine Park area, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado (near Estes Park)

An important glaciated meadow and visitor area inside Rocky Mountain National Park with historic museum and amphitheater structures that reflect early park development and visitor services.

Grand Teton

Grand Teton National Park, near Jackson Hole, Wyoming

The striking, fault-block Grand Teton peak dominates the Teton Range and inspired early conservation efforts; the surrounding national park is a hub for mountaineering, wildlife and alpine lakes.

Banff Springs Hotel (Fairmont Banff Springs / iconic lodge)

Banff, Alberta (Banff Avenue area)

Built by the Canadian Pacific Railway during the early 20th century, this grand château-style hotel became a symbol of mountain tourism and railway promotion across the Canadian Rockies.

Scenic Hikes and Day Trails

Choose from short lakeside walks to alpine ridge hikes across Banff, Jasper, Rocky Mountain NP, Grand Teton and nearby ranges.

The best way to experience alpine scenery, wildlife viewing and iconic turquoise lakes; trails suit all fitness levels and are the heart of a Rockies visit.

Wildlife Watching Tours

Guided or self-guided opportunities to see elk, moose, bighorn sheep, bears and other native species in protected valleys and park roads.

A chance to safely observe native fauna with naturalist guides; mornings and evenings often offer the most sightings.

Scenic Drives and Park Road Trips

Drive famous routes such as the Icefields Parkway (Alberta), Trail Ridge Road (Colorado) and Teton Park Road for sweeping mountain vistas.

Efficient way to cover major sights, access trailheads and photograph dramatic peaks and glacial lakes.

Skiing, Snowboarding and Winter Sports

World-class ski areas dot the Rockies (e.g., Aspen, Jackson Hole, Lake Louise) offering downhill, cross-country and snowshoeing options.

Seasonal highlight for winter visitors; resorts provide lessons, rentals and a lively après-ski culture.

Scenic Gondola or Lake Boat Rides

Take gondolas for panoramic mountain views or boat/kayak on iconic lakes to see glaciers and alpine shorelines from the water.

Offers unique vantage points for photography and access to alpine viewpoints without long hikes.