Top Things to do in Alberta
Top Hotels in Alberta
- 1. Castle Mountain Chalets
- 2. Canalta Lodge
- 3. Moose Hotel and Suites
- 4. Rimrock Resort Hotel
- 5. Lake Louise Inn
- 6. Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Edmonton International Airport
- 8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport North
- 9. The Malcolm Hotel
- 10. Banff Inn
What to do and see in Alberta, Alberta: The Best Canyons
Discover the best top things to do in Alberta, Alberta including Pinto Creek Canyon Natural Area, Maligne Canyon, Mistaya Canyon, Sunwapta Falls and Canyon, Red Rock Canyon, Grotto Canyon, Horsethief Canyon, Ogre Canyon, Horseshoe Canyon, Hard Luck Canyon.
Restaurants in Alberta
1. Pinto Creek Canyon Natural Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Maligne Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,561 reviews
A scenic limestone canyon with waterfalls and walking trails.
Reviewed By nikkisC5765BV - Banff, Canada
I did the whole hike all the way to 6th bridge (7+km out and back). The first 1/4 of the hike is heavily trafficked as it follows the canyon. After this, it follows a gorgeous river through the woods to 6th bridge. Stunning the whole way. Great for families as it can be customized to a long or short hike depending on which bridge crossing you turn back Lovely cafe with outdoor seating and a firepit at the parking lot.
3. Mistaya Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Stef860 - Arroyo Grande, United States
We were debating whether we should go here, but so glad we did! It wasn't overly crowded like some of the other places we went to. It is about a 10 min walk from the parking lot, (which wasn't full!) through a beautiful forest. There is a bridge that overlooks the water rushing through the canyon. The sheer power of it takes your breath away! We walked out on the rocks, (which I probably wouldn't recommend for parents of wild toddlers to do as there are drop-offs). We also went on the hike that goes up into the forest, which was peaceful, gorgeous and not crowded at all.
4. Sunwapta Falls and Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 782 reviews
Reviewed By Found_Lost_Key
As you head south along the Icefields Parkway, hang a right just after the Rocky Mountain Lodge and travel down that road for a few hundred metres until you reach the Sunwapta Falls carpark, plenty of parking and toilets here. It is a very short walk to the falls track. You come to a T junction and once there you can go left down a fairly steep rough track for views of the river before it drops, or turn right and head over the bridge or keep going for views of the falls from a distance and see the canyon. The track from the carpark to the bridge is wheelchair accessible. We spent about 30+ minutes here. Plenty of water going over it in mid May.
5. Red Rock Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 859 reviews
Reviewed By GallantJ - Alberta, Canada
We visited Red Rock Canyon in July 2020. The drive along Red Rock Canyon was beautiful and scenic. We were disappointed that we didn't see any wildlife as others had mentioned, but the landscape is amazing and shows the devastation left by the fire. The wild flower ground cover is impressive, as it grows up where the trees were once super thick. There are two parking lots at the canyon, both of which fill up quickly by mid-day. There are also washrooms on site. We arrived at 9:30 on a Thursday, well before the crowds, and had the place almost to ourselves. I've seen pictures of the canyon crowded with hundreds of people, which is the way it was by the time we left a few hours later. Definitely go early for a more serene experience. One of the bridges was out, so it wasn't possible to do a complete loop around the canyon. The park is undergoing lots of repairs and upgrades since the fire. It's great to see the area coming back since the fire, so this is all part of the process. It's a super easy hike around the canyon, and we were able to safely venture down into it and explore. The kids liked playing the cold water. Some people sat and had a lunch. From the canyon, there are a number of hiking paths and horse trails of varying difficulty levels. We chose to hike up to Blackiston Falls (about 1 km), and while we turned around here, there is a much longer hike that continues past this point. The path is clear all the way and the scenery absolutely beautiful. At the falls, they have built two look-off platforms. It is an easy hike for all ages. I highly recommend going early in the day, or perhaps even later in the evening. By the time we left, people were circling the parking lot looking for spaces, the canyon was full of visitors, and the place just didn't feel as nice. Overall, a great experience. A beautiful spot!
6. Grotto Canyon
Overall Ratings
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. Horsethief Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 589 reviews
Reviewed By drb8053 - Ottawa, Canada
While at the Royal Tyrrell we heard about Horsethief Canyon, so we decided to visit - it's only a few minutes up the road, after all. We're very glad we did, as it's spectacular and well worth the trip. Mind you don't lose your hat in the wind, and I'm pretty sure I heard rattlesnakes off in the undergrowth, but if you don't get too adventurous in terms of where you go (or wear suitable clothing if you do), you'll be fine.
8. Ogre Canyon
9. Horseshoe Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By Bettyann55 - Drumheller, Canada
The canyons in the Drumheller area are an absolute must to see. They have been many movies films in and around these canyons which include the new Lost In Space series.
10. Hard Luck Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Roland_Ellen - Edmonton, Canada
After a short little hike you come across a very scenic canyon with a waterfall carved out of the sand stone that is picturesque. The hike is very simple however there is limited accessibility as the there are steep stairs to get to bottom of canyon which can become quite slippery when wet. The road does turn to gravel after a short drive out of town.
