Amisk Lake Scenic Drive
A scenic drive along Amisk Lake in northeast Saskatchewan reveals lakeside scenery, limestone and Precambrian Shield formations, and great fishing and camping.
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Three Easy Saskatchewan Hiking Spots
Saskatchewan abounds in great hiking trails that take you into the backcountry. But sometimes you want a short outing that’s relatively easy but that still takes you through some of the province’s top scenic natural areas. Here are three suggestions in Saskatchewan provincial parks that we always find rewarding. Each offers a different experience in a variety of landscapes. The Battlefords Provincial Park Situated on… Read moreThree Easy Saskatchewan Hiking Spots
Journey to Nistowiak Falls, Saskatchewan
Nistowiak Falls is the most famous waterfall in Saskatchewan, both because of its beauty and its accessibility. Several wonderful waterfalls dot northern Saskatchewan (see our post Saskatchewan’s Most Magnificent Waterfalls), though many take a bit of effort to reach. Nistowiak, on the other hand, is less than 20 km from the end of the road at Stanley Mission, making it enjoyable and fairly easy to… Read moreJourney to Nistowiak Falls, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon to Prince Albert via Fish Creek Road
Fish Creek Road between Saskatoon and Prince Albert, Saskatchewan offers fascinating historic sites, picturesque country churches, cultural heritage, and wonderful riverside scenery.
Exploring Lake Superior Provincial Park
Lake Superior Provincial Park covers a huge piece of land long the lake’s east shore between Wawa and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. In 1960, this was the last place in the country to complete the Trans Canada Highway because of the challenge of finding a suitable route through the difficult terrain. Driving that stretch today serves up one panoramic view after another. The park is… Read moreExploring Lake Superior Provincial Park
The Joys of Visiting San Cristobal, Mexico
San Cristobal de las Casas is considered the cultural capital of Chiapas, Mexico’s southernmost state and certainly one of its most scenic. It sits in a high mountain valley lined by pine forest. Surrounding it is a land of rainforest, mountains, wild rivers and waterfalls. The town’s high proportion of indigenous residents impart a distinct Mexican flavour in the arts, culture, and traditions. Founded in… Read moreThe Joys of Visiting San Cristobal, Mexico