Explore the history of our great country this Canada Day without leaving your living room. Virtually travel through some of these historic sites!

L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
Newfoundland

Travel way back Canada’s history and take a virtual tour of the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America at L’Anse aux Meadows. At the tip of Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula, you can see the timber and sod houses built over 1000 years ago.

Diefenbunker Museum 
Carp, Ontario

You can explore the bunker at Canada’s Cold War Museum from the comfort of your own home with a VR experience at the Diefenbunker Museum. 

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Banff, Alberta 

Called the birthplace of Canada’s national parks, take a virtual dive into the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. While you won’t smell the hot mineral spring waters, you can still experience the unique sights.

S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
Whitehorse, Yukon

Walk the decks of the legendary S.S. Klondike, the largest sternwheeler in the British Yukon Navigation Company’s fleet. Located in downtown Whitehorse, learn about the ship’s history and see what life was like aboard.

Senate of Canada, Parliament Hill 
Ottawa, ON

Experience Parliament Hill in a state-of-the-art virtual tour of the Senate of Canada’s rooms. The Senate Virtual Tour: Your Digital Admission to the Red Chamber was created by Carleton Immersive Media Studio. You can explore rarely accessible rooms and learn more about objects in them.

Fort Langley National Historic Site 
Fort Langley, BC

Take a virtual stroll through the Fort Langley National Historic Site, experiencing the traditions and sights of the 1800s, learning from First Nations interpreters.

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With campgrounds reopening in many provinces, but travel outside your community or province still not recommended in most areas, now is the time to explore the parks and campgrounds close to home.   

Reserve a site at your nearest provincial or municipal park 

The parks we live closest to are often the ones we rarely camp at, preferring instead to get out of town and go somewhere new. Take the opportunity to try out a local park that you usually only daytrip to, or have never visited before. 

Check out a more rugged recreation site 

Find even more space by opting for a more rugged recreation site camping experience. These sites tend to offer less, if any, services, but also attract smaller crowds, giving you better ability to physically distance. 

Go with the flow and boondock 

If you find yourself without a campsite reservation or are just craving some time on the road, try a local scenic drive, a local farm or wine tour, or historical route, avoiding main highways and taking the road less travelled. Check the overnight parking regulations in your area and choose safe spots to stay the night.    

Check out that tourist destination that’s usually too crowded 

With the absence of international tourism this summer, it might be the perfect time to check out your local tourist attractions that are generally crowded during the busy season.  

Stay put with backyard camping 

If you don’t live in an area with campsites reopening, or you’re not able to travel, transform your outdoor space into your own personal campground. Check out our tips for bringing the campsite home. 

Things to consider while RV Road tripping this summer

To avoid unnecessary contact and prevent strain on small community resources, shop for groceries and supplies before you leave home. Keep in mind that not all washroom facilities may be open along your route, and double check the current hours and safety regulations for any attractions you plan on visiting. And, as always during these times, follow the current regulations from your local health authority.

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If an adrenaline rush is on your bucket list, check out these thrilling destinations in Canada for your next RV adventure.

White Water Rafting

Ride the waves at rafting hotspots like the Kicking Horse River in Banff National Park or one of the top white water destinations in the world, the Ottawa River. If you’re RVing in Nova Scotia, try out tidal bore rafting on the famous Bay of Fundy tides at the Shubenacadie River.

Paragliding

Soar high above the hills and valleys with a paragliding adventure. Memorable spots to try the sport include Golden, BC, Jasper National Park in the Alberta Rockies, or join the paragliding school Aerostyle at the summit of Mont-Sainte-Anne for a breathtaking view over the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentians.

Mountain biking

Called “the unofficial epicentre of mountain biking on Vancouver Island’ the small village of Cumberland, BCboasts more than 80 kilometers of the Island’s most legendary singletrack. You’ll also find great trails in Alberta’s Kananaskis Country, and in Collingwood, ON at Pretty River Valley Provincial Park and the hills at Blue Mountain.

Bungee Jumping

Take the plunge on your next RV trip! The Great Canadian Bungee’s site at “The Rock” in Chelsea, QC, is the highest jump in Canada.

Ziplining 

Exhilarating and fun for the whole family, try out a ziplining course. If you’re camping in Saskatchewan’s Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, try out the Treeosix Adventure Park. Manitoba’s Pembina Valley also offers a zipline that soars up to 200 feet high over the valley, and you can take a seaside zipline along the rugged shores of Newfoundland in the historic fishing village of Petty Harbour. You can even zipline to Niagara Falls! 

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