Explore the Spectacular Landscapes and Awesome Animals of Western Canada
What does it mean to be picture perfect? Just take a hike along the tundra regions of Western Canada, and the significance of that phrase will become clear to you.
With majestic mountains, an awesome array of animals and beautiful Banff National Park, Instagram-worthy images are easy to come by. The second-largest country in the world, Canada has one of the planet’s largest intact boreal forests. If you ever find yourself there, do like these Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest entrants and be camera-ready. Take a look.
The furry hairs on these bison may help to keep them warm on frigid days walking the tundra. Tracy Kerestesh, Saskatchewan, 2018
A lone willow ptarmigan walks across a wintry tundra against a soft gray background as flakes fall around it. Dawn Wilson, Manitoba, 2021
Two adventurers enjoy the blue waters of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park as the sunlight pierces the clouds. Dave Leduc, Alberta, 2024
A lone polar bear struts across the tundra to wait for seals to exit the frozen waters of the Hudson Bay. Randall Ball, Manitoba, 2024
