Sitting amongst the Rockies, Jasper National Park is the less well-known Northern brother of Banff National Park. Due to its remote setting, Jasper has yet to be completely overrun by tourism, meaning that any chance you get to experience this spot will get you that much closer to nature.

With two towns (Tofino and Ucluelet) nearby, the Clayoquot Sound is a pristine example of an old-growth seaside forest. Kayaking, hikes, and other activities are readily available, and there’s a reason why one of the best resorts in the world set up shop here.

The home of the Kermode bear, the rarest bear in the world. This black bear with a white coat is referred to as the Spirit Bear, and the current population ranges from 50 to 150. The rest of the park is stunning, but let’s be honest, we really want to spot this bear.

As some of the best cottage country in Canada, Muskoka Lakes is the perfect destination for a long weekend getaway. There are spas, farmers markets, great dining options and more available in a serene setting. Your biggest problem will be figuring out why you live in a city as you drive away.

A more remote spot in Northwestern Ontario that rewards those who make the journey. Not only is it home to a healthy moose population, but you can also rent canoes for the day and explore the waterfront a little bit.

We were torn between this spot and Miguasha National Park, but Anticosti wins because it has a relatively easy to access a waterfall that is one of the best in the country. The Chute Vaureal drops around 250 feet before winding through a 300-foot deep canyon, which you can explore on foot.

Described as ‘a desert overlooking the Atlantic ocean’, Thunder Cove Beach is home to some crazy sandstone rock formations. The best example of this is Teapot Rock, which has eroded over time to create one of the coolest beach rocks in Canada.

This one is reserved for legitimate adventurers and those really looking to explore the most remote destinations in Canada. It is extremely difficult to get to, has one of the most unforgiving climates in the world, and practically requires a guide if you want to stay safe or even be allowed in. That said, it’s at the top of our list.

You must have guessed that we would pick Churchill, due to our fascination with white animals. While the polar bear season doesn’t peak until the fall, you can still go kayaking during the summer and check out some belugas, another favourite of ours.

Although the Royal Tyrrell Museum is the de facto spot to look at dinosaurs, Dinosaur Provincial Park is where the fossils usually come from. This spot is the best example of Canada’s Badlands, with camping options available. As far as destinations in Canada go, this one is pretty, pretty, pretty unique.