If you speed up, however, there’s a chance that the animal will go over your car instead. Tank. Occasional highway closures are necessary for avalanche control during winter. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. One of the most important things I’ve learned about having to drive rental vehicles on recent road trips is to get to know your vehicle before driving. We took a break to stretch our legs at this remote but historic site on the Trans-Canada Highway, Rogers Pass Summit, in the Selkirk mountains of BC Rockies. The Canadian-Rockies look beautiful and this is a route I now want to drive. Thanks for sharing. Rogers Pass is found in Glacier National Park, in between Golden and Revelstoke, BC. If you enjoyed this post, please share it using the button below! I am glad someone has went to the point of making a checklist to help other drivers out. Rogers Pass avalanche centre is now one of the largest mobile avalanche control programs in the world. This may sound counterintuitive. There are fewer camper vans and wild-life gawkers on the road!! how are the highway conditions thru the rogers pass going from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Although I am yet to make to Canada, but with this post and these gorgeous pictures I think I would like to drive those breathtaking landscapes. They’re always a hoot to read! var mapOptions = { I can totally agree with the tip on gas, I was in Jasper this summer and was driving back to Banff on an almost empty tank – thankfully I saw a gas station right on time, but it was super expensive. First of all, day light hours are shorter. It’s insane! Camping is allowed, however as most of the mountains are provincial and national parks, you will likely have to book a campsite in advance. Be sure to know the ins and outs of your car so you’re not fumbling to figure them out on the road! This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Sure nobody would want to remain stranded in the mountains, during the night, because they have no gas left in the tank. There are a lot of passing lanes on the road so it's generally just a matter of slowing down and being patient. Gas stations are closed. Rogers Pass is the lowest route between the Sir Donald and Hermit ranges of the Selkirks, providing a shortcut along the southern perimeter of the Big Bend of the Columbia River from Revelstoke on the west to Donald, near Golden, on the east. Do not risk running out of gas in the mountains. Your photos have really inspired me to take a road trip in this part of Canada one day! And make sure your vehicle has winter tires during the winter months before driving through the Canadian Rockies. Toronto is definitely a great start to Canada, but the Rockies are definitely a completely different side to the country! It’s a beautiful drive! Wow, I live within driving distance of the rockies and I have never seen it like this before! map = new google.maps.Map(document.getElementById('map-canvas'), mapOptions); Sign in. And if you run into car trouble, it’s easier for fellow motorists and tow trucks to find you. I had, Mountain magic ✨#thefulltimetourist Share your questions and tips for your fellow road trippers in the comments below! Rogers Pass is more than 100 miles south of Marias Pass, and there are no other roads … I’m glad to help out! Oh, this looks magical–the Canadian Rockies have been on my list for ages. Impossible to say now. I cannot emphasize this enough. Mountains rise steeply on either side as you traverse the second highest point along the Trans-Canada Highway at 1,330 metres. So take regular breaks. That’s incredibl! No stopping is allowed. This article is super informative, and makes me want to plan out my roadtrip for next year for sure! Rogers Pass. If you’re passing through Banff (Rogers Pass), the cheapest places to stop for gas are Canmore, Golden, Revelstoke, Sicamous, Kamloops, Merritt and Hope. Can't-miss spots to dine, drink, and feast. The Cascade Mountains are the north south range that runs from southwestern BC to northern California. It’s even more beautiful in person! Post was not sent - check your email addresses! We’re driving it to get from point A to point B however, and not to sight see. It’s also roughly an hour faster than the Trans-Canada highway. Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences. And definitely not!! While you will pass through three incredible national parks– Banff, Glacier, and Yoho National Parks– it’s one of the most dangerous drives in Canada. And thanks so much ! Driver fatigue is real– especially when you’re constantly trying not to get distracted by the beautiful views. For more photos and stories, please follow all my travel adventures, tips and recipes on social media— Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, and YouTube! All other parking lots in Glacier National Park are restricted between November and April each year, and require a Winter Parking Permit. It is located in the heart of Glacier National Park, and is about two hours drive from Revelstoke on the way to Golden, on the Trans-Canada Highway. If you plan to drive through, just let them know at the gate and head on your merry way! Before heading through the mountains, it’s especially important to check the conditions of the roads. However, there are some unconventional campsites, like at Abraham Lake, where there are no facilities, so it’s definitely a wild camping experience! And thank you! 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