7 Best Viewpoints in Canada

If there’s anything Canada does not lack, it’s grand viewpoints. All across the country, travelers find beautiful scenery before them, from urban skylines to sweeping valleys. Here are seven of the best spots for a great view in Canada. © Hpbfotos | Dreamstime.com

Traverse Mount Robson Provincial Park for brilliant views of the Canadian Rockies. The park provides plentiful ways to see the sights, whether you prefer hiking, horseback riding or kayaking. © Christopher Babcock | Dreamstime.com

On the other side of the country, the Laurentian Mountains offer a respite from the urban noise of Montreal. The views are particularly pristine in the fall, when the mountain range boasts a plethora of colors. © S Richardson | Dreamstime.com

Of course, any experienced traveler knows Niagara Falls. If, however, you only know the American side, make sure to visit Ontario’s version of Niagara Falls during your next trip north. The vistas are arguably better. © Vinod Kumar | Dreamstime.com

There’s not always the need to climb to a great height to enjoy a spectacular landscape. Roam the flat Grasslands National Park in Saskatchewan to see beautiful badlands and breathtaking historical sites scattered across the plains. © Ian Chris Graham | Dreamstime.com

Much further north, Kluane National Park is not for the faint of heart. With a huge ice field, thousands of glaciers and a large grizzly population, the park’s beauty is often only glimpsed by the most adventurous of travelers. © Davidrh | Dreamstime.com

For an unbeatable urban view, visit Toronto’s CN Tower. Whether you take the glass elevator to the observation deck or book a dinner at the spinning dining room at the top of the tower, the views are magnificent. © Nicvw | Dreamstime.com

In Nova Scotia, walk the Skyline Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The plank-covered pathway rewards travelers with awesome views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, where, with luck, you spot a migratory whale or two. © Rndmst | Dreamstime.com