Welcome to parks canada s online reservation service for 36 national parks national marine conservation areas and historic sites across canada. Canada has them all in a national park system that s one of the world s best.
Top canada national parks.
Canada national parks. Though canada s first national park in banff alberta was designated in 1885 the vast majority of canada s national parks are quite new and were only established in the second half of the 20th century or later new canadian national parks are still being created all the time at a fairly regular pace. Evolution of national parks. Canada s national parks national marine conservation areas and national historic sites are the ultimate awe inspiring experience.
Established in 1885 banff national park is the oldest and most visited national park in canada. Magnificent mountain views are to be had all throughout the region whether you want to summit a peak or just hang out in the tourist town of banff. These protected areas cover roughly 3 3 of canada.
Sandy beaches rocky coasts lush forests or glacial lakes. There is at least one park in each of canada s 13 provinces and territories and those parks represent 30 out 39 of canada s terrestrial regions. As of 2018 parks canada manages and protects 328 198 km2 126 718 sq mi in 39 national parks and 8 national park reserves.
See reviews and photos of national parks in canada north america on tripadvisor. National parks are administered by parks canada a crown agency operating under the jurisdiction of the ministry of environment and climate change. Canada s national parks are protected areas under the canada national parks act owned by the government of canada and administered for the benefit education and enjoyment of the people of canada and its future generations.
8 banff national park. National parks of canada are protected natural spaces throughout the country that represent distinct geographical regions of the nation. Here are eight must visit national parks in canada.
Whether it be a fully serviced campsite roofed accommodation an interpretive guided hike or a remote backcountry experience visitors can plan their experience with confidence and travel at ease. An official welcomes a guest to kootenay national park in 1929. 4 in best national parks in canada the word yoho is an exclamation of awe in the first nations cree language and you ll certainly be amazed by this park in british columbia s rocky mountains.
Under the administration of parks canada a government branch national parks allow for public enjoyment without compromising the area for future generations including the management of wildlife and habitat within the ecosystems of the park.
