Mountain views are one of the most popular scenes people look for when planning on moving. Not only do they offer incredible views and cleaner air, but they also often come with tight-knit communities and slower living.
The top mountain towns in Canada are no different!
Whether you’re here for snow sports or you’re ready to live in one of the most beautiful areas in the world: these are the top three Canadian mountain towns anyone would be excited to call home.
Why Mountain Towns Are So Popular
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Mountain towns are popular for dozens of reasons, offering treats ranging from better summer weather to property values increasing over time.
Most mountainside towns have cooler summers, which is vital to many people because the average summer temperature has been going up for the last few decades, leading many to want to flee somewhere cooler and more comfortable. Although these each has rougher winters, at least you can go skiing and snowboarding during them!
Property values in mountain towns are often higher than their valley-side comparable homes and continue to grow at a faster rate. Real estate for sale in Whistler is some of the most expensive in the country, but it’s popular all the same because of its closeness to Vancouver and constant winter sports and fun.
Jasper, Alberta
Jasper is the smallest mountain town on this list, but don’t count it out! This is the most beautiful provincial park in Canada, offering views ranging from glaciers to countless species of wildlife that call this park home.
Although the winters are rough, in summer, you can do anything from kayaking to trailing and camping while getting in the freshest air in the country. The night skies are stunningly clear; high visibility ensures you can see as many stars as you want to and take in views of the Aurora Borealis during some months. This is a dream town for so many people.
Whistler, British Columbia
Whistler is an incredible place to live if you love winter sports and want to get the most out of them. This mountain town in British Columbia offers gorgeous slopes and incredible peaks to enjoy as you take on whatever winter sports interest you. Less than two hours from Vancouver, you can still sneak out and enjoy the high life in the city without having to live in constant traffic and noise.
Banff, Alberta
Banff is the oldest national park in Canada and has so much to offer. Although it also has the same incredible winter sports as Whistler, this isn’t just a winter city! In the summer, when the mountains turn vivid green and the rivers and lakes turn an astonishing shade of blue from the glaciers, you can enjoy anything from hiking to biking and going on trails. This is an awesome place to live.
Mountain Living Is the Best Life
Whether you’ve lived oceanside your whole life or are simply ready for a fresh mountain view: there’s nothing like living in one of these gorgeous Canadian mountain towns. Consider moving soon and get the most out of these fantastic areas.
About Peter C.
Peter is a digital nomad who largely writes from Asia, Europe, and South America. Always following the "vibe," he sets up shop in hostels and AirBNB's and continues to entertain us with wild stories from life abroad.
