Rugged landscapes, glacier-carved scenery, and lush forests: Every
mile along this epic journey presents an opportunity for adventure.
Explore the best of the Rockies with Moon U.S. & Canadian Rockies Road
Trip.
- Multiple Routes: Choose a portion of the road trip that covers the
Rockies in the US and Canada, or embark on the ultimate three-week
route between Calgary and Denver, including Jasper, Banff, Glacier,
Yellowstone, and Zion
- Unbeatable outdoor adventures along the way: Hike through alpine
wildflowers, beneath waterfalls, and past snowy peaks and glaciers.
Spot wild elk, moose, and bighorn sheep, marvel at Yoho's thundering
Takkakaw Falls, or paddle over a crystal-clear lake. Soak up views of
the Tetons, drive the Going-to-the-Sun Road, or go whitewater rafting.
Soak in a natural hot spring, hike to your campsite, and spot the
Milky Way before you drift to sleep under the stars
- Eat, sleep, stop and explore with lists of the best views,
restaurants, unique activities, and more: Ride the International over
the Alberta-Montana border or stay overnight in the elegant Chateau
Lake Louise. Catch the annual Stampede in Calgary, Sundance in Salt
Lake City, or the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. Chow down on poutine,
Alberta beef, and wild huckleberries, or explore the international
food scene in Denver
- Covers 9 national parks: Jasper, Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, Waterton,
Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Rocky Mountain National Park
- Maps and driving tools: Easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and
off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times,
detailed directions, and full-color photos throughout
- Expert advice from former national park guide and author of Moon
USA National Parks Becky Lomax
- Helpful resources on COVID-19 and road-tripping the U.S. and
Canadian Rockies
- Planning your trip: Find when and where to get gas, how to avoid
traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions,
safety tips, and suggestions for LBGTQ+ travelers, seniors, and road
trippers with kids
With Moon U.S. & Canadian Rockies Road Trip's flexible
itineraries and practical tips, you're ready to fill up and hit the
road.
About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower
independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local
businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and
sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors
with great stories to tell--and they can't wait to share their favorite
places with you.
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