NWT From North of 60 to Home in Calgary: The Beautiful Final Drive

 

 

The Drive from Hay River to Calgary 

What a way to wrap up an unforgettable month up North!  This epic 1,350 KM road journey from Hay River, Northwest Territories back to Calgary captures everything we love about Canadian road trips. 

 

Starting strong “North of 60,” the drive winds through misty boreal forests thick with evergreens and that wild, rugged northern energy. Then, as you head south, the landscape transforms — opening up into sweeping golden prairies and endless big Alberta skies that stretch forever.  

One of the real highlights? Crossing those charming old wooden deck bridges. They rattle just enough to remind you you’re on a real adventure, connecting remote roads with history and heart. The light shifting across the trees, the open road ahead, and that deep feeling of freedom — it’s pure beauty on wheels.  

Whether you’re a fellow road trip lover, dreaming of your own northern escape, or just enjoying the views from home, this drive is a reminder of how stunning Canada really is when you take the long way home.  

Full 4K vlog is live and waiting for you: https://youtu.be/F82ktlAERiI  

 

Drop a comment and let us know — what’s your favourite part of a long Canadian road trip?     

 

 

  

       

Soaking in Paradise: Liard River Hot Springs Along the Alaska Highway

My Stop at the Liard River Hot Springs Along the Alaska Highway

Hey KassDays readers! If you're dreaming of a road trip oasis in the middle of northern wilderness, Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park in British Columbia delivers exactly that, and more. In my latest video ("Making Our Mark! Watson Lake Sign Post Forest & Liard Hot Springs"), I share the journey along the Alaska Highway, but the real highlight is arriving at these fabulous natural hot springs after a scenic drive filled with potential bison sightings.Liard River Hot Springs is Canada's second-largest known thermal spring complex, fed by six geothermal sources pumping out 120–130 liters per second of mineral-rich, naturally heated water. What makes it truly special? The constant flow keeps the area ice-free even in brutal northern winters, creating warm swamps and pools amid the boreal forest. The main "Alpha Pool" ranges from steaming hot near the bubbling sources (up to 52°C) to comfortably warm downstream—perfect for a long, relaxing soak that melts away road fatigue.Access is easy via a scenic boardwalk trail through the lush, orchid-filled wetlands (watch for wildlife like bears, stay on the path and respect the electric fencing!). The water has that classic sulfur scent, but the therapeutic soak in a remote, untouched setting feels magical, especially when you're dipping in shorts on a chilly evening.Right on-site is a large, well-maintained provincial campground with spacious, treed sites (dry camping, no hookups, but very level and private). It's a popular stop for Alaska Highway travellers, book ahead in summer, but it's often peaceful with friendly staff and plenty of room to unwind. Campers rave about the convenience: soak by day, crash by night, and wake up refreshed for the next leg.I hope to return one day, the combination of natural beauty, geothermal wonder, and that perfect roadside respite is hard to beat. It's a true northern gem that reminds you why these epic drives are worth every mile.Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JU3m9kmDj8E
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Kass
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