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📍  Mount Assiniboine

✈️  Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)

🚗  216.0 KM

⏱️  4 hours, 10 minutes

Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, often called the "Matterhorn of the Rockies," is a stunning alpine destination in the Canadian Rockies, offering breathtaking views and backcountry experiences. Accessibility is limited as there are no roads leading directly to the park; visitors typically hike in (25-30 km), take a helicopter, or use a combination of both. The park is best visited from late June to late September due to snow conditions. Hiking can be done solo with proper backcountry experience, navigation skills, and bear safety knowledge, but guided tours are available and recommended for less experienced hikers. Costs vary depending on transportation method and accommodation (camping or lodge), but expect to pay a significant amount for helicopter access or lodge stays. A typical visit lasts several days to a week to fully appreciate the area, with popular activities including hiking, scrambling, photography, and enjoying the alpine scenery.