Following is a collection of easy hikes introducing new hikers to several spectacular hiking regions in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada.

Up close and personal with glaciers above Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

This hike begins at Lake Louise in Banff National Park following an early morning drive west from Calgary, Alberta.

An avalanche encounter near Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Saddleback Pass offers incredible views over Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Historic Railway Station offers unique dining in Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Lakeshore Trail tracks the Lake Louise shoreline in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Fairview Lookout is hidden on Fairview Mountain above Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Iconic Lake Agnes Teahouse is perched above Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

This snowshoe ventures into potential avalanche terrain and checking status with Parks Canada is important.  Alternate options may be suggested.

A winter hike or snowshoe into Larch Valley is a unique experience above Moraine Lake near Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Eiffel Lakes are tiny gems past Moraine Lake in The Valley of the Ten Peaks.