The Rockies Mountains – Alberta, Canada

I spent 3 nights and 4 days (19-21 April 23) in the Rockies Mountains situated in the western part of North America. The Rockies span through the United States and Canada with numerous peaks reaching over 4,000 metres. If you’re a nature lover, then a visit to the Rockies Mountains is an experience you won’t want to miss.

The Rockies are known for their stunning scenery, with towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and pristine wilderness areas. Whether you’re an avid hiker, fly fisher, or just enjoy taking in the natural beauty, there’s something for every kind of traveler.

One of the most popular destinations in the Rockies is Banff National Park, located in Alberta, Canada. The latter is next to British Columbia province. With over 10,000 km square metres of protected land, Banff offers a range of activities and stunning sights. Take a hike along Banff’s scenic trails, or soak in the Banff Hot Springs for a refreshing break.

Another must-see destination in the Rockies is Glacier National Park in Jasper or the Athabasca Glacier. Known for its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, Glacier National Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The Going-to-the-Sun Road, a scenic drive that winds through the park, offers an unparalleled view of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. It’s already spring when I got there and the ice was beginning to melt even though the lakes were still frozen. There’s water everywhere flowing down from those huge Rocky Mountains. Coming from a water scarce city state, it makes me envious and jealous of the clear crystal waterfalls and gushing springs all over the place.

If you’re interested in winter activities, then a visit to the Rockies during the colder months is a must. Resorts such as those at Lake Louise offer world-class skiing and snowboarding, while Banff and Whistler in Canada offer stunning winter landscapes and recreational activities such as snowshoeing and ice skating.

No matter when you visit the Rockies Mountains, you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty and vastness of nature. With its stunning scenery and endless opportunities for adventure, this mountain range is truly a must-see destination for any nature lover.

I have never in my life seen and feel real snow as I live all life in a hot tropical island state. Needless to say, I was overwhelmed by the sight of snow at minus 2 degree when I visited there on 21 April 2023.

Pictures say a thousand words. I have uploaded lots of pictures of the Rockies. The mountains are so immense and beautiful that words just couldn’t describe the majestic breathtaking landscape which I experienced. The only mountains I ever seen were those in West Malaysia when I drove through the Karak Highway to Genting Highlands and Ipoh. Compared to the Rockies, they are really minuscule and very insignificant.

When you see never ending mountains after mountains on the isolated winding highway to the Rockies you will never forget the experience and the realisation of how tiny and insignificant we as humans in the unspoilt endless splendour of nature that have stood millions of years to this day. We had driven almost 2,000 km to and fro from my brother’s home in Burnaby. This is truly the work of God in the colossal magnificent landscape which makes it a must that we should visit and pay homage in our short lifespan.

George & Alan

My brother James never seems to get tired of visiting the Rockies whenever he got the opportunity. When my son George and I visited him in Burnaby, he organised the 3 nights and 4 days trip for us to experience in his own exact words, “post card scenery” which he always speaks about whenever he comes back home visiting us. Yes, we had a memorable time in the Rockies and I wish I could go there for another visit to experience God’s works millions of years prior the arrival of civilisation. What an incredibly exhilarating experience which I still can’t get over with.

George Tang & James Tang