Okay, so we’ve all heard of Banff National Park, right? The picturesque, too-good-to-be-true scenic bombshell that operates as one of the most convincing parts in getting tourists to visit Canada. From the soaring mountains to the turquoise water of nearby Lake Louise, Banff is a significant addition to the country's beauty. Although the surface of the national park is what draws people in, many don’t know that there is an even more Insta-worthy experience far below the popular landmarks — the Cave and Basin Historic Site. View this post on Instagram Cave and Basin National Historic Site, where the hot springs began! Definitely worth checking out, just hold your nose. 😉 . . . #calgaryphotographer #captureyyc #mycanadianphotos #paradisecanada #ourcolourdays #creativeoptic #storytellingthroughlight #loveandlightgallery #galleryoflightfeature #follow_this_light #followthislight #subjectlight #ourlightwithin #parkscanada #mybanff #nationalpark #banff #banffnationalpark #colorchasechallenge #explorecanada #exploremoretogether #project_planet #welivetoexplore #discoverearth #ourplanetdaily #earthfocus #bestofglobe #igworld_global #hotsprings #nikon A post shared by Colin Forsyth (and crew) (@roam_at_home) on Aug 28, 2018 at 6:59am PDT View this post on Instagram Exploring the birth place of national parks in Canada at the Banff Cave and Basin - smelt like rotten egg but dayum she was a beauty 😍❤️ A post shared by Georgia Englund (@georgia_englund) on Jan 17, 2019 at 2:17am PST Located within the Rocky Mountains, the Cave and Basin is a natural thermal hot spring that enchants everyone who sees it. After three railway workers stumbled into the cave in 1883, the area has been one of Alberta’s — and Canada’s — best kept secrets. A small yet informative museum, the hot springs are kind of essential to the whole Banff National Park system existing. Once you make your way through the short tunnel to the cavern, you will learn more about the history of the park while also having the pleasure of experiencing a sulphur scent and viewing the turquoise water. View this post on Instagram The Cave and Basin in Banff National Park! Hard to get a picture that does this place justice. A must see! . . . . . #historic#caveandbasin#thermalhotspring#cave#hotspring#banff#banffnationalpark#alberta#explorealberta#canada#nature#naturelovers#beautiful#places A post shared by Alix 🎀 (@flowers.andthemoon) on Feb 25, 2018 at 6:33pm PST View this post on Instagram The birth place of Canada’s national parks system #caveandbasin #banffnationalpark #alberta #canada A post shared by Dr. Sydney Nguyen (@sydn3ynguy3n) on Jun 29, 2018 at 6:29pm PDT With various exhibits and a four-screen visual experience of the national parks across Canada, there is something for everyone to value about your time at the Cave and Basin site. Cave And Basin National Historic Site Price: $7.90; $15.24 for access to the hot springs Address: 311 Cave Ave., Banff, AB Why You Need To Go: To experience the wonders of a cave under the mountains paired up with a hot spring. View this post on Instagram A post shared by InstaGraham (@graham_twomey) on Jan 17, 2019 at 10:33am PST Website We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.
