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City known for:
  • Wildflowers
  • Dramatic views
  • Quiet moments

A historic hamlet in the heart of the Southern Rockies.

Waterton often surprises first-timers. Five deep-blue lakes make way to staggering mountains, waterfalls descend through canyons and stars sparkle in pitch-black skies.

It’s a year-round outdoor adventure haven for everything from hiking and biking to canoeing and snowshoeing. Between escapades, the inviting townsite offers every amenity imaginable. So go ahead and unleash your Wild Side.

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Waterton highlights

Scenic shot of woman and a dog sitting on rocks /hiking and taking a picture of the water and mountains in the distance

Less crowded Canadian Rockies

Explore quiet, uncluttered cliffs, especially on weekdays in early summer or fall. Waterton may be the path less trodden, but it is equal in beauty and opportunity.

Hiker jumping over rocks at Red Rock Canyon

Endless outdoor experiences

Wander to where mountains meet prairies and find an array of activities on and off the water, including hiking, scuba diving and horseback riding.

Scenic view from the water of the Prince of Wales Hotel at sunset in Waterton Lakes National Park.

Historic sites and spaces

Canada’s fourth national park boasts classic architecture and untouched wilderness. Step back in time on charming streets and at an iconic waterfront lodge.

A couple snowshoe the Syncline
Astrophotography of Milky Way over Prince of Wales Hotel.
Two women sit and talk on a rock in the water with the Prince of Wales Hotel in the background, in Waterton Lakes National Park
A couple on a winter hike, water, mountains and sunshine in background, in Waterton Lakes National Park.
A woman and her dog looking at Cameron Falls in Waterton Lakes.
The starry winter sky and milky way glow pink above the Saddle Hill Ranch grain silo cabins.
Moon above mountains at sunset
Tour guides standing in front of the Dark Sky Guides van in Waterton.

What to do and where to stay in Waterton

Stories from the city

Person with feet in the water skipping rocks into lake in Waterton Lakes National Park.
6 min read Summer Fun in Waterton: 11 Things You Have to See and Do

Discover the ultimate in summer fun in Waterton! Explore 11 must-see attractions and activities that will make your vacation unforgettable.

Couple eating at Miners Mercantile and Bakery in Pincher Creek
3 min read Six Great Watering Holes to Visit After a Day of Adventure in Alberta’s Southern Rockies

After your Alberta one-day getaway, kick back and relax at a pub, craft brewery or distillery in the Southern Rockies.

A man with a child on a hike with pink flowers and lush greenery near the path at the Athabasca Lookout.
6 min read Experience Alberta's Wildflower Season in Full Bloom

Our wildflowers decorate the province with a kaleidoscope of colours. If you’re one to stop and smell the flowers, you’ll thrive on an Alberta getaway.

A couple goes out on a canoe at Glamping Resorts in Castle Provincial Park during a fiery sunrise.
3 min read Five Ways to Enjoy the Water in Alberta’s Southern Rockies

Discover five ways to have a one-day getaway to remember on the lakes and rivers of Alberta’s Southern Rockies region.

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A woman takes photos of wildflowers with the Prince of Wales Hotel in the background.

Did you know?

If you’re in Waterton in June, stop to smell the flowers! There are over 400 kinds of flowers to find in Waterton Lakes National Park, and guided wildflower hikes are available.

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