Travel·Updated on Dec 5, 201921 Reasons Why Everyone Should Visit The Canadian Rockies This SummerBecause they're WAY more than snowboarding.by Cyla PaninBuzzFeed ContributorLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. You can see the breathtaking Northern Lights from Jasper, AB. 2. They also have some okay waterfalls. 3. You may get to see some pretty amazing wildlife. 4. The hiking is one of the best, and lends itself to some awe-inspiring views. 5. You'll even have TOO MANY trails to choose from. 6. Like this beautiful hike in Banff National Park. It leads you to a remote tea house. 7. Speaking of trails, the Rockies offer some great biking excursions. 8. And afterwards, you could stay in a legit castle. 9. If castles aren't your thing, you can soak in some natural hot springs. 10. And indulge in some tasty–and unique—eats. 11. How about some rattlesnake fondue? 12. If eating rattlesnake isn't adventurous enough, try white water rafting. 13. Or bring out your inner Canadian cowboy with horseback riding. 14. Go canoeing. It comes with this majestic scenery. 15. But there's more to do in the Rockies than outdoorsy activities. View this photo on Instagram 16. Like the Shambala Music Festival in Salmo, BC. View this photo on Instagram Or the Squamish Valley Music Festival in Squamish, BC. View this photo on Instagram OR Centre of Gravity in Kelowna, BC. (Basically, there are a ton of worthwhile music festivals to check out.) View this photo on Instagram 17. You'll have some seriously perfect summer days if you rent out a cabin on the Okanagan. 18. And stay relaxed and boozy with their delicious wines. 19. If you're hardcore about nature, you can set up camp in an isolated and unexpected location. 20. You'll be able to see things from a ~new perspective~. 21. And finally, you'll finally be able to just take a breather. And appreciate the absolute beauty... ...of the Canadian Rockies.