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Looking for summer adventure beyond the usual? Discover these three hidden gems in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Soaking at Ramsey Hot Springs is an experience you won’t soon forget! Accessible only by boat or floatplane, the remote springs in Clayoquot Sound offer warm waters and seaside vibes – wild and wonderful. Protected by Maquinna Marine Provincial Park, the hot springs are located on the west coast of Vancouver Island.
Maquinna Marine Provincial Park is located about 43 kilometers from Tofino. It takes 20 minutes to reach the destination via floatplane and is a one hour, 30-minute ride by boat. People can expect spectacular views of the coastline along the way, as well as the chance to see local wildlife.
While you’re in the area, there are other unique places to visit like Hot Springs Cove, too.
Try Stargazing at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park! Escape light pollution for full night sky viewing and peaceful meadow camping in Alberta/Saskatchewan. According to Saskatchewan Parks, guests can expect towering hills, lush forests, and a fescue prairie that provides breathtaking views.
The Cypress Hills rise above the surrounding plains and offers visitors stunning vistas from multiple viewpoints. The elevation supports a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna that is rare or unique in Saskatchewan, including the only naturally occurring lodgepole pine forest on the prairies in Canada.
One of the largest Dark-Sky Preserves in Canada, the Cypress Hills are an ideal spot for marveling at the beauty of a starlit sky.
Immerse yourself in Alberta’s Ukraine Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV)on the eastern edge of Elk Island National Park! Step into a living history, open air museum showcasing early 1900s Ukrainian-Canadian pioneer life, complete with costumed interpreters. Hear the first-hand stories of early settlers to east central Alberta and learn how Ukrainian immigration impacted Alberta’s cultural identity and heritage.
The Province of Alberta acquired the site in 1975, and continues to interpret the major theme of “Early Ukrainian Settlement in East Central Alberta to 1930.”
Since that time, more than 40 buildings have been moved to the UCHV where they have been researched, restored, and furnished to their early 20th century appearance. The museum also has a multi-purpose visitor centre with exhibit gallery spaces to provide a closer understanding of early Ukrainian settlement in east central Alberta.
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