Top Things to do in Canmore
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Canmore, Canadian Rockies
Catapulted to fame for its part in the 1988 Winter Olympics, this former coal-mining town in the Canadian Rockies is a perfect base for visiting some of the country’s most impressive national parks. First stop for most visitors is the ski trails in Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park. Contemplate natural wonders at the Museum and Geoscience Centre, and mush through the snow on a sled-dog tour.
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1. Canmore Cave Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,031 reviews
Canmore Cave Tours operates year-round tours in Rat's Nest Cave, near Canmore, Alberta, Canada. For those seeking as much excitement as possible, including squeezes, rappels, and other adrenaline-inducing activities we offer a 6-hour "Adventure Tour". For those just looking to sample what the cave has to offer, or those with less time, we offer a 4.5 hour "Explorer Tour". We can offer these tours year-round, in any weather because the cave is a constant 5 degrees Celsius, a comfortable temperature any time of the year.
Reviewed By Kansiy - Calgary, Canada
Thanks Annie for early morning Monday tour, lots of fun !!!! Me and my kid loved it ... THANKS AGAIN ????????????
2. Pigeon Mountain Trail
3. Centennial Ridge Trail
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By BenLar137 - Calgary, Canada
We had great weather for our recent adventure on this trail, but you wouldn't want to be caught in bad weather on it, so make sure you have an 9 - 10 hour good weather window when attempting this hike. Mt Allen summit is the prize on this trail, regardless if you come from the north or the south. We like the north approach. It IS a bit longer, but you gain the altitude over a longer trail, making it averagely less steep than the south approach from Ribbon Creek / Kananaskis Village. We haven't done the south approach for a while, so can't say how much scrambling (hand holds required) there is there, but averagely steep gradients, with the inevitable rocky trails can be a bit challenging, especially going down. The north approach does have a couple of short scrambling sections (less that 10 ft / 3 m's) where you need your hands to get up/down them, but they are not extremely steep, there's no endless drop-offs, so most anybody should be able to manage them. The north approach also has gorgeous alpine meadows, and lovely alpine trails through the woods at the higher levels. The lower levels and approach are on old exploration roads, and are, for the most part, nice to walk. If you're thinking about this one, do some research on the internet (and you may need to search under Mount Allen trails), make sure you have the physical stamina for this (must be able to walk up and down steep trails for 9 hours) and have a good weather window.
4. Bow River Loop
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Travleriam - Edmonton, Canada
Easy well maintain walkway. We do this several times each visit. Views are spectacular and there are plenty of benches along the trail for rest stops.
5. Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
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4.5 based on 386 reviews
Created for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this ski area offers many expert trails.
Reviewed By robmU9339CP - Vancouver, Canada
Great wide, well groomed trails with and excellent lodge and a friend ski rental shop. One of the best for trails
6. Grotto Canyon
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4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By wigger_cw - Strathcona County, Canada
Had a nice NY day hike at Grotto. Was very busy but what isn't this time of year. The hike isn't too tough and I knocked it off in a pair of Nikes. I can see some ppl's concern and you might want to be better equipped than I, it is an icy river bed and rocky terrain. Lots to see and not too long to complete. We went well past the "cave", took many pics and round trip was under 2 hours.
7. Grassi Lakes
8. Ha Ling Peak
9. Ribbon Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Charlotte_Saudades86 - The Netherlands, null
This hike was great, it has challenging parts such as climbing up the rocks with chains. I think it is about 10km or so to get to the lake. At the lake there is a campground. There were lots of other great people around the fire that also concurred the hike up there. Would really recommand this one (in summer, not winter).
10. Upper Kananaskis Lake
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By sigv21 - Leduc, Canada
What a beautiful place to spend your day with family. We always enjoyed being outdoors with scenic attractions --- mountains, fresh air, woods, lake, trees, rocks and some friendly animals, it feels great that Upper Kananaskis offered all of these! Very relaxing and peaceful, you can actually feel being reconnected with nature. My kids (Ages 5-11) were able to play by the lake and throw rocks. We did some hiking and explore. Picnic tables are available as first come first serve. What I like most is we had privacy and distance with other people, we also put up our tent in case it rains or to take a nap and yes it was very useful! Toilet room is available too, just bring your own sanitizer, toilet paper, gloves, disposable seat cover, and mask! Overall experience was great and I highly recommend it for people of all ages! Things to do: Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, (Bring your own) What to wear: Layers/ raincoat/ summer attire (weather changes unpredictably) Shoes: running shoes slip resistant (lake sides are more on rocks) Foods/ drinks: Bring your own Parking space: adequate ~ The earlier the better * Don't forget your camera *
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