Canada is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse national and provincial parks in the world, attracting millions of visitors each year. From rugged mountains to pristine lakes, Canada's parks offer something for everyone. Here are the top 10 most visited parks in Canada, based on 2021 visitor statistics.

1. Banff National Park

Banff National ParkLocated in the province of Alberta, Banff National Park is Canada's oldest national park and the most visited park in the country. In 2021, the park welcomed over 4 million visitors. The park is known for its stunning scenery, including the iconic Lake Louise and the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies.

2. Jasper National Park

Jasper National ParkAlso located in Alberta, Jasper National Park is the second most visited park in Canada, with over 2 million visitors in 2021. The park is known for its incredible wildlife, including bears, elk, and mountain goats, as well as its stunning glaciers and waterfalls.

3. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Pacific Rim National Park ReserveLocated on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve welcomed over 1.5 million visitors in 2021. The park is known for its rugged coastline, rainforests, and incredible surfing opportunities.

4. Gros Morne National Park

Gros Morne National ParkLocated in Newfoundland and Labrador, Gros Morne National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited parks in Eastern Canada, with over 1.3 million visitors in 2021. The park is known for its unique geology, including the Tablelands, a section of the earth's mantle exposed above ground.

5. Fundy National Park

Fundy National ParkLocated in New Brunswick, Fundy National Park is one of the most visited parks in Atlantic Canada, with over 1 million visitors in 2021. The park is known for its incredible tides, which can rise as high as 16 meters, as well as its hiking trails and scenic waterfalls.

6. Waterton Lakes National Park

Waterton Lakes National ParkLocated in Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park welcomed over 850,000 visitors in 2021. The park is known for its stunning mountain scenery and crystal-clear lakes, as well as its incredible hiking trails.

7. Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National ParkLocated in Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Highlands National Park is one of the most visited parks in Eastern Canada, with over 750,000 visitors in 2021. The park is known for its incredible coastal scenery, including the Cabot Trail, a scenic drive that winds through the park.

8. Algonquin Provincial Park

Algonquin Provincial ParkLocated in Ontario, Algonquin Provincial Park is one of the most visited parks in Central Canada, with over 600,000 visitors in 2021. The park is known for its stunning lakes and forests, as well as its incredible wildlife, including moose and wolves.

9. Kluane National Park and Reserve

Kluane National Park and ReserveLocated in Yukon, Kluane National Park and Reserve welcomed over 500,000 visitors in 2021. The park is known for its rugged mountains, including Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak, and its incredible glaciers and wildlife, including grizzly bears and Dall sheep.

10. Prince Edward Island National Park

Prince Edward Island National ParkLocated on Prince Edward Island, Prince Edward Island National Park is one of the most visited parks in Atlantic Canada, with over 400,000 visitors in 2021. The park is known for its stunning beaches, red sandstone cliffs, and charming lighthouses.

In conclusion, Canada's national and provincial parks offer some of the most stunning and diverse scenery in the world, attracting millions of visitors each year. From the towering peaks of Banff National Park to the rugged coastline of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, there is truly something for everyone in Canada's parks.