Canadian National Parks
From Lauren Himiak, former About.com Guide
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
- British Columbia
- Quebec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Nanavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon
- New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
These three provinces are known as the Prairie provinces, as they are mostly covered by prairie - a particular grassland found in Canada and parts of the U.S. Visitors to parks in this area can view tallgrass prairie, mixed prairie, and fescue prairie as true prairies occur only in the southern lands of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Learn more about this special area and the parks that protect it.
- Banff National Park
- Elk Island National Park
- Grasslands National Park
- Jasper National Park
- Prince Albert National Park
- Riding Mountain National Park
- Waterton Lakes National Park
- Wood Buffalo National Park
- Wapusk National Park
British Columbia
Well known for its natural beauty, British Columbia is the westernmost of Canadian provinces. The area boasts 141 ecological reserves, 35 provincial marine parks, 7 provincial heritage sites, 6 national historic sites, 4 national parks and 3 national park reserves. Learn about them now and good luck trying to figure out which one to visit first!
- Glacier National Park
- Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
- Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site
- Kootenay National Park
Quebec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador
From polar tundra and ice age terrain to the American Revolutionary War, this eastern region of Canada has much to discover. Learn about first European settlers or take a hike in the Appalachian Mountains; Whatever you do, you will enjoy it. The area is rich in beauty and history so don't wait to visit!
- Bruce Peninsula National Park
- Forillon National Park
- Georgian Bay Islands National Park
- Gros Morne National Park
- La Mauricie National Park
- Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve
- Point Pelee National Park
- Pukaskwa National Park
- Saint Lawrence Islands National Park
- Saguenay-Saint Lawrence Marine Park
- Terra Nova National Park
Nanavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon
These three territories are unlike the provinces as territories only have powers delegated to them by the federal government. Luckily the government has helped protect stunning coniferous forests, the Yukon River, and beautiful islands located in the region. Explore trails, spot wild animals, and find out what these territories have to offer.
- Aulavik National Park
- Auyuittuq National Park
- Ivvavik National Park
- Kluane National Park and Reserve
- Quttinirpaaq National Park of Canada
- Nahanni National Park Reserve
- Sirmilik National Park
- Tuktut Nogait National Park
- Ukkusiksalik National Park
- Vuntut National Park
- Wood Buffalo National Park
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
The maritime provinces offer islands of lush landscape while New Brunswick is over 80 percent forested. The eastern coast of Canada is more than beautiful waters and relaxing island getaways. Visitors can explore sand dunes, lagoons, barrier islands, hiking and biking trails, and tons of wildlife. Learn more about the parks in this region and get out your swim trunks!