Planning a trip to Edmonton in late July. Would a Bullitt Mustang with Winter tires be fine or I’d need snow chains ? Route on google maps doesn’t really make it easy. Any inputs for the route for this ? I’m planning to finish the drive in 2 days. So any must checkout spots ? Thanks.
Which route are you taking? Banff to Jasper through Canadian Rockies (ice fields parkway) is considered one of the greatest drives. You pass through Lake Louise which is spectacular.
Looking into this. I haven’t confirmed the route yet. Need inputs. I can then make some hotel / Airbnb booking.
There are hardly any Airbnb inside Banff and none inside Jasper
Sounds fun. I could check it out while coming back to Seattle.
Hotels along that route book up so best to reserve early. Chateau lake Louise (in the classic building on the lake front) is great. Banff springs hotel is also great. These are giant hotels built by the railroad companies -- they have a charm and location that's not easy to replicate.
I’m thinking of going through Seattle —> abbotsford —> Clearwater —> valemount —> Edmonton. Just wondering how crazy is the drive from Seattle to blue river / Valemount, and if it could be done in a day. I’ve driven 750 miles in a day in about 14 hours including stops, but that was a straight road. I can drive 9-10 hours easily. Could stretch a little at times. But this isn’t a straight road.
I’m from Edmonton. All seasons are just fine in July. Even the roads in the mountains will be pretty clear. I drive to radium, Banff, and jasper pretty often and have never seen snow in July. It’s usually plus 25
If you’re cool with spending $400-$1000 a night, stay in Banff. It’s beautiful. If you want to spend slightly less, stay in Canmore. It’s less than 30 minutes away. If you want to spend ~$200/night, stay in Calgary. The Hyatt is super nice. I have a lot of Edmonton recommendations too so DM if you need any of those
winter tires help when driving on snow and ice, but being careful (not accelerating or braking too quickly) is also important
I know. I’m currently on all season tires. But thinking to switch to winter for better traction. Weather says it could be rain / wet during mid-end July.