Golden Parks & Gardens
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Parks & Gardens in Golden, British Columbia.
The Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site consists of four contiguous national parks—Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho—and three provicial parks—Mount Robson, Mount Assiniboine and Hamber. This striking mountain landscape was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. It includes the Burgess Shale fossil site, well known for its fossil remains of soft-bodied marine animals.
Cummins Lake Provincial Park
Located 60 km (37 mi) north of Golden, Cummins Lake Park features picturesque glacier-fed waterfalls and crisp, mountain lakes. The park preserves virtually untouched landscape that is home to a variety of species, including grizzly bears, caribous and mountain goats. The park is remote and offers little in terms of facilities, so visitors must prepare accordingly.
Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park
Visitors to this provincial park are most often lured by Mount Assiniboine itself. The 3,618 m (11,867 ft) high mountain is world-renowned and is considered one of the most picturesque spots in the Rocky Mountains. Main park activities include hiking, mountain climbing, camping and fishing. Ski touring is popular during the winter. There are two separate camping areas, with one overlooking Lake Magog. Horses are allowed in the park with a permit.
Yoho National Park
Yoho National Park, encompassing 1,310 square kilometres of land, is situated between the Great Divide and Banff National Park. In the language of the Cree Indians, "Yoho" is an exclamation of wonder or astonishment. The park features several lakes and waterfalls, as well as the Burgess Shale fossil beds.
Glacier National Park
Explore the natural beauty that is the Glacier National Park, located north-east of the town of Revelstoke. The park features a variety of trails that are used for hiking and mountaineering is also popular. There are campgrounds in the park and so visitors also participate in backcountry camping.
Burges and James Gadsden Provincial Park
Ideal for birdwatching and wildlife viewing, this provincial park is found near the Columbia River. The park protects part of the Columbia River Wetlands, as well as the Moberly Marshes. This is a great spot to view waterfowl and other marshland wildlife. Only a few facilities are available in the park, including vehicle pull-out viewing spots and walking areas.
Mountainside Setting
Indoor Pool
Vacation Home
Quiet Retreat
Fully Equipped Units
Glacier Mountaineer Lodge Golden
Standing at the base of the ski runs and just steps from the gondola!
