Activities and experiences

Explore our featured activities and experiences to get inspired for your next Parks Canada visit. Whether you're looking for an escape from the city, a family friendly hike, accessible trails, a place to go stargazing, a fix for adventure, or where to see wildlife, there's an activity for everyone

Choose Canada for your next adventure

Uniquely Canadian experiences and hidden gems as stunning as the popular destinations.

Events at Parks Canada

Workshops, festivals, concerts, markets, holiday-themed events, and more, by region year-round.

Camping and overnight accommodations

Types of camping, roofed accommodations, historic stays, and overnight mooring by region, with tips and recommendations.

Family activities

Family-friendly hikes, swimming, playgrounds and bike parks, geocaching, tours and programs, and camping.

Outdoor activities and sports

Hiking, biking, paddling, golfing, swimming, geocaching, skiing, and winter activities.

Dark-Sky Preserves

Tips for stargazing and a list of parks designated as Dark-Sky Preserves.

Indigenous-led tourism experiences

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis-led cultural activities to explore art, history, and traditions.

Wildlife watching

Wildlife viewing and birdwatching destinations, with conservation tips and safe viewing practices.

Health and wellness

Inspiring ways to enjoy nature’s benefits and places to relax and recharge.

Accessible travel

Suggestions for easier-access trails, camping and activities.

Historic experiences

Escape rooms, must-do and surprising activities in historic sites, canals, and waterways.

Hot springs

Natural hot springs in Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories.

Picnicking and culinary experiences

Orchards, culinary workshops, alcohol tastings, historic food and drink, picnics to-go, and vintage recipes.

Pet-friendly experiences

Dog and pet-friendly places to camp, hike, and swim, along with rules to follow.

Scenic drives

Winding routes through iconic wild spaces and striking vistas.

Get involved in conservation

Ways to become part of the team, help protect nature, support research, and contribute to conservation efforts.

Featured activities by season

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Winter

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