They say the mountains bring people together—and after an unforgettable opening day at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort’s bike park, we can officially confirm it! With our toddler leading the charge, Nanny riding her first-ever chairlift, and mama and dada sneaking in some sweet bike laps, our multi-generational crew found the perfect mix of adrenaline, connection, and ice cream.| Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Summer has arrived, ushering in long, sun-drenched days ideal for outdoor escapades. For those near Calgary, Alberta, a day trip to Kicking Horse Bike Park in Golden, British Columbia promises not just feasibility, but an exhilarating adventure. With the extended daylight, you can enjoy a full day of biking and still make it back to the city with daylight to spare. The scenic drive itself is an added bonus, offering classic Rocky Mountain vistas and a straightforward route.| Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
As our gondola cabin flies past the third tower, the Columbia Valley comes into focus to the south. North America’s second-longest river winds along banks already turning green in the spring sun while a bounty of late-season powder awaits in the alpine. It looks like a fantasy landscape. “This is why we live here,” a spry fellow in his 50s says, shooting me a knowing wink. He gets it: there’s no competition here, no glitz, no glam. It’s just us and the mountains—an unvarnished, di...| Kicking Horse Mountain Resort