Canada’s Best National Parks for Families
Here are five of Canada’s best national parks that kids will absolutely love.
National Park Lodging: find your perfect rental from just $76 per night!
Here are five of Canada’s best national parks that kids will absolutely love.
The park is home to majestic mountains and the picturesque lakes Louise, Banff, and Peyto. Your kids can go whitewater rafting on the Kicking Horse River or enjoy a cruise on the serene Lake Minnewanka.
It is the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park. The glaciers, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls, and mountains in this UNESCO World Heritage site are easy to access, which is an advantage if you have kids.
Located in British Columbia, the park boasts both temperate rainforest trails and beautiful beaches, which your children will love. The place has three distinct parts, namely Long Beach, West Coast Trail, and Broken Group of Island.
This park lies along the South Nahanni River, which is home to the magical Virginia Falls. Book a helicopter ride over the park or explore the kid-friendly hiking trails to see amazing vistas and deep gorges.
You can choose from several trails, as per your family’s comfort, for an adventurous hike, and appreciate the red sandstone cliffs, crashing waves, and sandy beaches on the way. Rest at one of the many picnic spots here, as you watch hundreds of cliff-dwelling birds nesting.
The country is a treasure trove of hiker-friendly national parks.
It has different trails for hikers of all experience levels. Reserve a cabin near Lake George and go boating to enjoy some lovely views of nature.
Located in Southeastern Ontario, this park has two famous hiking trails, Whiskey Rapids along the Oxtongue River and Barron Canyon Trail.
The small but impressive place is home to diverse species of trees and birds, which you can discover with a hike along Lake Erie.
The park’s Solitaire Lake Trail and Lac Gabet Trail are popular with hikers. Take the Les Cascades trail to go near a wonderful waterfall.
Hike the park’s Cabot Trail to get panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The area abounds with wildlife and boasts artifacts dating back to the last ice age.
🏡 Cottages available | 23,466 rentals |
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🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $76 |
⭐ Popular amenities | Fishing, Parking and Pool |
🐾 Pet friendly homes | 7,513 homes |
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 3,605 homes |
On average, vacation rental prices in Canada are between $364 to $1,114 per night.
When travelling in Canada with friends and family, consider that vacation rentals can fit an average of 7 people and are ideal for large groups.
Cottage and Chalet are the most often booked for National Park Lodging.