Southern Rockies
- Rugged mountains
- Endless skies
- Wildflower fields
Uncover one of Canada’s best-kept secrets. An absence of crowds in the Southern Rockies makes the views, experiences and journeys that much more special. Take your time to connect with nature and enjoy the sights—there’s nobody else in line.
- Key City: Waterton
- Transportation Hub: YYC Calgary International Airport
- Don't miss: Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Claim to fame: Waterton Lakes National Park, an International Dark Sky Park
Southern Rockies highlights
Picturesque viewpoints
Scenery in the Southern Rockies is unlike anywhere else. Capture mountain-filled photos without strangers competing for the best angle, picnic lakeside among the peaks, hop the iron-rich boulders of Red Rock Canyon or simply relax and take in 360-degrees of tranquility.
Road of wonders
The Crowsnest Highway runs through this region, boasting views of rolling green hills and mountain summits. Take a road trip along the smooth and curvy road to visit waterfalls, historic sites and rubble from Canada’s biggest rockslide.
Wildlife and stargazing
Bison, bears, swans and many other animals meander or fly across the plains and ridges of the region. Waterton Lakes National Park is a Dark Sky Park, protecting nocturnal animals and providing phenomenal stargazing.
Things to do in the Southern Rockies
Key towns
Get a deeper understanding of the Southern Rockies by resting, eating and exploring its towns. No matter where you are, the mountains stand guard.
Stories
Suggested Itineraries
Follow the Highway 3 Ale Trail through Southern Alberta on a three-day road trip, pairing craft breweries with prairie skies and mountain views.
A southern Alberta road trip from Calgary, taking in the Canadian Badlands, four UNESCO World Heritage Sites and towering mountains along the way.
