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Canadian Rockies by Train

Columbia Icefield Tour & Glacier Skywalk

Walk on the Glass-Bottom Glacier Skywalk and tour the Athabasca Glacier in the Rugged Ice Explorer Vehicle from the Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre.

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Canadian Rockies Banff National Park

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Banff is Canada's most visited National Park. Banff's towering peaks and beautiful meadows make it among Canada's most incredible holiday areas. Book Banff National Park's Popular Activities and Attractions.

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Canadian Rockies Boat Cruise

Maligne Lake Boat Cruise

This fully narrated cruise takes you along Maligne Lake, the largest glacially fed lake in the Canadian Rockies, part of the UNESCO-listed Jasper National Park.

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What is the Western Cordillera?

The Canadian Rockies include several major national parks, protected areas, and mountain ranges.

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What is the Western Cordillera?

The Western Cordillera, also known as the Western Mountain System, refers to a vast mountainous region located on the western side of North America. It extends from the northernmost parts of Alaska in the United States and Canada to the southern regions of Mexico. The Western Cordillera encompasses several mountain ranges and geological features along its length.

In Canada, the Western Cordillera includes the Canadian Rockies, along with other mountain ranges such as the Coast Mountains, Interior Mountains, and Columbia Mountains. These ranges are characterized by their rugged terrain, towering peaks, deep valleys, and abundant natural resources.

In the United States, the Western Cordillera includes various mountain ranges that form part of the Pacific Coast Ranges, such as the Cascade Range, Sierra Nevada, and the Coast Ranges themselves. These mountain ranges contribute to the diverse geography and ecosystems found along the western coast of the United States.

Moving south into Mexico, the Western Cordillera includes the Sierra Madre Occidental, Sierra Madre Oriental, and the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt. These mountain ranges run parallel to the country's western and eastern coasts, shaping the landscape and affecting the climate and biodiversity of the regions they traverse.

The Western Cordillera is a significant geological feature of North America, spanning thousands of miles and encompassing diverse mountain ranges, plateaus, valleys, and volcanic areas. It is characterized by its impressive landscapes, ecological diversity, and its impact on regional climates, water resources, and human settlements throughout the western part of the continent.



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