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Snowcapped peaks, glaciers and ice fields, multihued
lakes, rushing rivers, alpine meadows, and abundant
wildlife make the Canadian Rockies a travel destination
that is rivaled by few places in the world. Although
Mother Nature dealt a winning hand to the Canadian
Rockies, early governments had the foresight to protect
most of the land for all time in a string of contiguous
parks-each with its own character but combining to cre-
ate one massive swath of wilderness blessed with dra-
matic beauty.
It is the outstanding recreational opportunities that
make the Canadian Rockies unique. Hiking tops the list in popularity. Over 3,000 kilomet-
ers (1,860 miles) of hiking trails lace the mountains, ranging from wheelchair-accessible
boardwalks to backcountry treks. Biking, canoeing, kayaking, white-water rafting, golfing,
and fishing are also high in the summertime popularity stakes, while in winter visitors don
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