Canada is one of the largest countries in terms of land area, and its unforgettable natural landscapes are striking in their individuality and uniqueness. The diverse natural formations of this region: canyons, woodlands, lakes, rivers, are breathtaking and fascinating. And no matter how mesmerizing and beautiful the works of sculptors, architects and artists may be, they cannot surpass the works of nature.
There are currently 36 national parks in Canada, scattered across the vast territory of the country and founded at different times. But what they have in common is that they were all created to preserve the ecological integrity of nature as well as to preserve certain species of flora and fauna.
Banff National Park
Canada’s first natural park is Banff National Park (Banff National Park) was established in 1885 and is located in Alberta province about a hundred kilometers from Calgary. The park is one of the largest not only in Canada but also in the world.
Nearby is a picturesque lake Peita, which enjoys unprecedented popularity among tourists. Ecotourism and outdoor activities are developed in the region, and Banff National Park is among the most visited nature parks in the world.
In addition to picturesque landscapes and unique natural attractions, Banff Park offers a lot of entertainment: gondola rides, golf games on the fields, created by the famous Canadian specialist Stanley Thompson.
The park also has the opportunity to bathe in sulfur springs and a real Canadian bath, built in 1887.
Wood Buffalo National Park
Wood Buffalo National Park is the largest national park in Canada, nestled in the central part of the country between Great Slave Lake and Athabasca. It was founded in 1922 to preserve wild bison, deer, black bears, muskrats, moose, and dew. Rare species of American cranes and pelicans nest in the park.
The reserve is home to the largest number of American bison (about 2,500 head). The main natural attraction in the region is the world’s largest inland river delta, formed by the Athabasca and Peace River.
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park was established in 1886 to protect the natural environment of the Columbia Mountains and is located in the Selkerk and Purcell Mountains in the eastern Canadian province of British Columbia.
The historic site is Rogers Pass, rightfully considered the region’s calling card. At the same time, it is very avalanche-prone and notable for the number of avalanches that occur.
The park is home to many grizzly bears, ibex, partridges, marmots, squirrels, and mountain caribou.
The region has received a lot of attention from the authorities, and as a result, the infrastructure is well developed, roads are built and transportation is provided.
Because of its picturesque scenery and accessibility to visitors, the oldest park in Glacier is very popular with visitors.
Auyuittuq National Park
Auyuittuq National Park was created only 17 years ago, but opinions about creating a park on Baffin Island date back to the 1970s. In order to create the park, an agreement had to be reached with the Inuit, an ethnic group of North American peoples living there.
After settling all legal issues, Auyutuk National Park, which means “land that never melts” in Inuit, was created. And indeed the main attraction of the park is Cape Penny Ice is 6,000 km² of ice and snow.
The national park is also home to the oldest rocks on the Cumberland Peninsula, formed 2.8 million years ago, and the mountain peaks, which are the highest points of both the island and the entire Canadian Shield.
Vuntut National Park
Another national park that came into existence recently (1995), after signing an agreement with the Vuntut Gwich’in Indian community. Note that in the Gwich’in language the name of the national park means “among the lakes”. Indeed, almost the entire area of the park has wetlands.
The fauna of the national park is very diverse. It is home to one of the largest herds of caribou in North America. You can also find muskrats, grizzly bears, black bears, wolves, dewolves, martens, minks, foxes, and bobcats in the park.
Get in touch with the wildlife, because it is so beautiful and soothing!