The 21 Most Beautiful Places in Canada, Picturesque Islands and Remote Mountains Included

Top travel advisors weigh in on must-see Canadian destinations.

In Canada, we say there is no bad weather, [just] bad equipment.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

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This picturesque lakefront town nearNiagara Fallsis especially popular with oenophiles.

Tranquil landscape with Mt Rundle reflecting in Two Jack Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada on a sunny morning.

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Youll also find several stunning stretches of sand, including the nearly 10-mile-long Long Beach.

The park is also a Dark Sky Preserve, making it anexcellent stargazing spot.

Per Renshaw, its also becoming a well-known wine destination.

Horse drawn carriage in Niagara on The Lake

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The area is also home to dozens of lighthouses, including the 19th-century Sandy Point Lighthouse.

Splurge on a room at the castle-likeFairmont Chateau Frontenac, which is aQuebec City landmark.

But, the falls are incredible.

The tail of a local grey whale around the region of Tofino, British Columbia, as it dives down to the depths.

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An alpine coaster and zip line adventures are also offered here.

In colder months, the park transforms into a snow globe-esque winter wonderland with myriad skiing and snowshoeing opportunities.

She also notes that the destination boasts some of the best chinook salmon and halibut fishing in the world.

Beautiful view of the cliffs of Western Brook Pond as seen from the Long Range Traverse hiking trail, Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada

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For a truly incredible experience, book a stay at one of Haida Gwaiis many fishing lodges.

Banff also has naturalhot springswhere visitors can relax.

The parks jagged peaks are even more incredible whenexplored on foot.

View of Annapolis Valley at dusk

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Trails, canoes, campsites and even A-frame tents are available right near the shore.

Somerset Island, Nunavut

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Those craving asecluded escapemight head to Somerset Island.

And there’s more.

Trees and rocks along the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia in the early morning light.

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Expect jagged peaks, glacier-carved fjords, and blue-hued, iceberg-filled waters here.

Telio also recommends stopping by Torngat Mountains Base Camp, where Inuit hosts welcome guests.

Old Quebec

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Aerial view of Clayoquat Sound

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Vieux port de Montreal and downtown skyline with promenade pier on a clear May Springtime day

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Overlooking the Niagara Falls Horseshoe Falls in a sunny day in autumn foliage season. Niagara Falls City

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POV Walking Over Wooden Suspension Bridge in Golden

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Scenic view of lake by snowcapped mountains against sky,Joffre Lakes Provincial Park,Canada

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Scenic photo of the calm Cheakamus Lake

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Sunlight streams through the forest of Haida Gwaii

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Tombstone Territorial Park is a park of the Yukon Territory, Canada. It is located in central Yukon, near the southern end of the Dempster Highway

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Glaciers and mountains of Kluane National Park and Reserve, near Haines Junction

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