September 2016

Banff, Alberta is beautiful any time of year, but against a backdrop of fall colours, the postcard scenery pops. It’s impossible not to fall under its spell.  The crisp snow on mountain peaks, the splashes of leafy reds and yellows, the crystalline streams cascading down rocky inclines – they’re all part of Banff’s autumn charm.

On our hike to Stewart Canyon, we skirted around peaceful Lake Minnewanka.

Another view of Lake Minnewanka.

View through the windows of the Banff Springs Hotel (Fairmont). I've never stayed here, but like many tourists, I visit and gawk at the views every time I am in Banff. Stunning!

Inukshuks grace the shoreline of Lake Minnewanka

Bursts of fall colours everywhere

My favourite spot along the Bow Valley Trail. Stands of trees give a mystical feel to an already beautiful hike.

Across from the Banff Springs Hotel at the point where the Bow Valley Trail ends