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From our hiking series, you are probably aware by now how fortunate we feel to live where we do. Golden’s backyard has some of the best scenery in the area, with its lush forests, elaborate peaks and rushing waterfalls. Yet, a little known gem exists one hour east from our little oasis, and it just so happens to be one of the most coveted drives in the world.

Canada is turning 150 this year, and to celebrate, the National Parks are free to all visitors. We hope lots of you are able to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity, and we want to help with the planning.

If you’re looking to experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies and our National Parks, Golden B.C. is where you want to be.  Here’s our list of the 5 Best Hikes in Yoho National Park.

Golden, B.C. is surrounded by six National Parks which makes it a great place for many hiking adventures.

In honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, we decided to name some of our favourite trails. We hope they help with your planning as you come to take in our breathtaking landscapes.

Here are the 5 Best Hikes in Glacier National Park, B.C.

Here at Glacier Raft Company, we are all about adventure. With an abundance of activities right outside our doorstep in Golden, the opportunities for outdoor education are endless.

As a town that is surrounded by six national parks, the idea of exploring just a couple of sites can be a bit daunting – especially if you are only in town for a few days! Our staff members thrive on adventure and many have thoroughly explored the trails in and around Golden.

So here is a list of our favourite hikes in the area we suggest checking out