Budget travel in the Canadian Rockies is all about keeping things simple and efficient. Pack lightweight, high-energy staples like oats, nut butter, fruit, and rice or lentils for easy cooking. On hiking days, quick snacks and wraps keep you going, while hearty one-pot dinners at camp restore energy without straining your budget. A can of beans or soup warmed over a small stove could feel just as satisfying as a hearty local find from a roadside market. On some nights, the little camping pot turned into a slow kitchen, giving space to experiment with noodle dishes or cheesy gnocchi that felt like comfort food overlooking the mountain views. Slower meals were just as nourishing for the spirit as they were for the body, turning dinner into an experience instead of just fuel.