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Hidden gems in Yoho and Glacier National Parks
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Golden Hiking Trail Map
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Adrenaline Adventure | 7 day Pulse Raiser
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Summer Activities
Hiking & Heli-hiking
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Hiking & Heli Hiking
Snowmobiling
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Snowmobiling
At the Heart of Your Parks Adventure
Sitting in the Canadian Rockies, Golden B.C. is surrounded by six of Canada’s most stunning national parks; Yoho, Glacier, Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Mount Revelstoke.
Use Golden as your base from which to experience the spectacular scenery, iconic hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes and heritage sites of the national parks.
Golden Stories & Events
Keep your cool - sled trails and tips
Due to heavy foliage too thick to navigate through, reading about the adventures of Colin and Pat exploring a new zone will hav
5 Day Hikes Around Golden, BC
Go to the mountains, they say, to get lost and find your soul.
Snowmobiling Quartz Creek - Golden's Flagship Zone
The flagship area for snowmobiling in Golden is Quartz Creek, easy access right off the TransCanada highway, large cabin, and g
Golden's sled techs and gear stores
Being on vacation in Golden is a great way to recharge your batteries and enjoy some time in the mountains.
Preparing for Singletrack 6 - Putting on the Miles
At the end of my first Single Track 6, two years ago, I swore that I would train differently for the next time. I would start
How To Spend A Lazy Day
If you are lucky enough to be young and or on vacation, summer can be the best time of the year.
Skiing with your Dog in Golden
Golden is a very dog-friendly town so it’s a little surprising that taking your dog for ski is not easy. This is mostly becaus
How To Pack For A Backcountry Lodge
I slowly opened the door to Mistaya Lodge and instantly the warm air kisses my cold cheeks and the aroma of baking cookies tick
Staying Cool in Golden
This summer has proven to be an extra hot one, and with the climate changing we can expect extreme temperatures to become a mor
2025 Huckleberry Loppet @ Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre
Feb 8
Hiking The Iceline Trail
Words and photos by Abby Cooper
Welcome to Tourism Golden, the official tourism site for Golden and Kicking Horse Country, BC Canada.
With a varied selection of accommodations and many activities to experience in spring, fall, winter and summer, including family-friendly activities, the friendly mountain town of Golden continues to be a perfect holiday destination from which to enjoy and explore the Canadian Rocky Mountains.