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Best Summer Destinations in Canada

Warm lakes, surf coasts, festival cities and the long golden evenings of a Canadian summer.

Canada Best of CanadaBest Summer Destinations in Canada

Summer in Canada is short and glorious — the lakes warm up, the mountains shed their snow, and the cities move outdoors. These destinations make the most of the season's long days and golden evenings.

Tofino

Surf, long Pacific sunsets and rainforest walks on Vancouver Island.

Explore Tofino

Banff

Turquoise lakes, alpine hikes and gondola rides in full bloom.

Explore Banff

Prince Edward Island

Warm red-sand beaches, lobster suppers and Anne country.

Explore Prince Edward Island

Cape Breton Island

The Cabot Trail's coastal cliffs and highland plateau in peak season.

Explore Cape Breton Island

Kelowna

Okanagan Lake swimming, winery patios and the Myra trestle trail.

Explore Kelowna

Muskoka

Cottage-country lakes, canoe routes and dock-side golden hours.

Explore Muskoka

Halifax

Harbourfront patios, live music and South Shore day-trips.

Explore Halifax

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Icewine country, lakeside cycling and the Shaw Festival in season.

Explore Niagara-on-the-Lake

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