I didn't get to the area during covid (out of province restrictions). So jealous that you got to see it all nice and quiet!

Zion is stunning! I had the privilege of going through in the early, early season the first time. Next to no other traffic on the roads. Easy to park. Awesome!

It was not the same when we went there this past June. LOL

Yup. Lake Louise, too. I got up extra early when I was camping at Kananaskis. Left my campsite at about 3:30am. Got there around 5ish. Moraine lots were already full, and I managed to snag one of the last parking spots at Lake Louise. The front dock was beyond crowded already. At 5am.

Just insane. I'm glad that people love the natural beauty of our country, for sure! And it has pushed me to lesser known areas, which was enjoyable. But it'd be nice to go to Moraine Lake without a zillion other people running around with selfie sticks!

Oh, I know. I'd far rather go to Yoho, even though it's less convenient. Much prettier, and far less crowds.

It's actually the worst, despite being so beautiful.

Shock and awe can definitely work!

I am unsurprised. I groom dogs, and they are among the nastiest when they come in for nail trims. It's both hilarious (because they aren't always particularly mobile), and irritating (because if they can't bite you, they will not hesitate to rage poop/pee on you).