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Are you ready to get out of the house and make some memories this summer? Warm weather, endless adventures, and family fun are on the horizon. If you’re looking to explore one of Canada’s hidden gems, you should consider Golden BC. Golden is located 75 minutes from Banff and is home to some of the best views and experiences the Rocky Mountains can offer. From incredible hiking trails and camping spots to fresh, clear air and beautiful rivers and lakes, Golden BC is the perfect destination to unplug and reconnect with nature. If you’re looking for an adventure that will get your adrenaline pumping, white water rafting with Hydra River Guides is for you! The Kicking Horse River is full of Canadian history and rapids that are fun for the whole family. If you’re planning a Rocky Mountain holiday this summer, consider white water rafting with Hydra River Guides! Below we’ll learn more about the Kicking Horse and why you should paddle with Hydra River Guides. 

You might want to plan your rafting trip around some of these tourist hot spots, so you get the most out of your visit to Banff & the Canadian Rockies. See below for a list of things to do and see on the way to the Hydra River Base.

Are you and the family planning a trip to the Rockies this summer? Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or planning on staying for an extended period of time, Canada’s biggest playground has no shortage of ways to explore and create the adventure of a lifetime. At Hydra River Guides we’re proud to welcome you to our beautiful backyard, and help you discover all of the wonders that the Rockies have to offer! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking to satisfy your thirst for adrenaline, or are looking to relax and unwind with the whole family, you can count on us to have you covered!

Adventure is calling, are you ready to answer? Warm weather and sunny days are finally here, and there’s no better way to make the most of Canadian Summers than exploring the beautiful wilderness the country has to offer. For over 30 years, Hydra River Guides has welcomed adventure seekers from all over Alberta (and the world) to our corner of the Rocky Mountains. Located just 75 minutes away from the bustling mountain town of Banff, Golden BC is home to some of the best white water rapids that Canada has to offer, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to up their fun this summer!

With breathtaking views, epic class I-IV rapids, and plenty of laughs just waiting to be had, there’s no better way to make the best of our warm weather than tackling the Kicking Horse with Hydra River Guides! If you’ve never rafted before and are looking to make memories that will last a lifetime, below are a few details you need to know!

Are you planning a family escape to the Alberta Rockies this summer and wondering how you can make the most of your time in the mountains? While the team at Hydra River Guides is best known for our rafting expertise and tend to think that a day on the water is one of the best ways to experience the Rockies (can you blame us?), there are endless ways to experience the natural beauty and wonder that make up this incredible part of our big “backyard”.

Banff and its surrounding communities, including Golden, BC, where Hydra is based, attract countless guests each year, all looking to make the most of Alberta’s biggest outdoor playground. With countless hiking trails, viewpoints, attractions and plenty of ways to relax, it’s no wonder that the Rockies are a favourite vacation spot for Albertans from all provinces. Whether you’re a diehard thrill seeker that’s looking to spend your time jumping into heart-pumping adventures or are hoping to take things a little slower, relax, and soak in the natural beauty, Banff and Golden have plenty of ways to keep you satisfied. To help you make the most of your time in the mountains this summer below is a shortlist of some of the best ways to let your inner adventurer shine!

Planning a Rocky Mountain getaway this summer and hoping to recharge surrounded by natural beauty? If your ideal way of unwinding is by focusing your energy on an epic adventure, there’s no better way to relax in the wild than by tackling the Kicking Horse River. Located in gorgeous Golden, BC (just 75 minutes away from Banff), the Kicking Horse has everything you need for an epic day on the river. From breathtaking views to rushing waters just waiting to be conquered, spending the day in Golden is the perfect way to make the most of your time in the Rockies. Learn more about why you need to take on the Kicking Horse River this summer below!

Machines, mountains and beautiful views are what you'll experience on an ATV tour in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Go further up into the mountains and discover areas that are out of reach on foot with excursions that last from 2-5 hours. Here are some tips you should keep in mind on an ATV tour in Golden.

Are you ready for the heart-pumping adventure of a lifetime? Not afraid to get a little wet and wild while tackling one of nature’s greatest wonders? Suit up and grab your paddle, it’s time to tackle the Kicking Horse with Hydra River Guides!

Are you and the family getting ready to make the most of summer 2021? With warm weather on the way and endless places to explore, the perfect adventure is just around the corner! Located just 75 minutes from the mountain hotspot of Banff, Golden BC is one of Canada’s hidden gems and home to some of the most incredible experiences (not to mention views!) in the Rockies.

Rushing waters, killer waves, and big thrills; this summer, the Canadian Rockies have more reasons than ever before to get outside and explore our incredible ‘backyard’! For over 30 years, Hydra River Guides has helped adventurers of all ages and experience levels explore the world-renowned Kicking Horse River.