Explore Our Landscapes: A Summer Weekend in Canmore and Kananaskis

Itinerary best for

Outdoor Explorers
Weekend Warriors
Foodies

Trust the locals: Three days in Canmore and Kananaskis is one of the best ways to enjoy Alberta's summer. Go hiking and paddling and ahve a great meal.

Base yourself in the Bow Valley, just outside of Banff, and let your wild side lose. Hike with a guide, soar over the Three Sisters on a helicopter tour and saddle up for a horseback ride. Paddleboard Quarry Lake or drift down a scenic river and then refuel at a local restaurant in Canmore.

At a glance

3-day itinerary
62 km (39 mi) total distance
59 mins drive time
Your starting point is in Canmore and Kananaskis

2 destinations

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Canmore and Kananaskis

Day 1 drive time: 20 min, 26 km (16 mi)

Day 1

Hike, sightsee and dine in Kananaskis

Enjoy a beautiful hike, scenic aerial views from a helicopter and an unforgettable meal.

Coal Mine Hike with Kananaskis Outfitters

Walk along the same trail where horses used to cart the coal, to a stunning viewpoint where the mine scar is visible. After the hike, you'll return to the village where a cold pint of Ghost Town Ale or a Shirley temple awaits you.

Sightseeing tour with Alpine Helicopters

Join Alpine Helicopters for a once in a lifetime experience. See unparalleled views of the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains. Their full-service tourist facility is located at the Canmore Municipal Heliport, which is at the base of the world famous Three Sisters Peaks.

Dine at Stoney Nakoda Casino

Enjoy a culinary experience in restaurants that are vibrant, upscale and ultra-friendly. Check out The Ridge for family-friendly daily a la carte service, or enjoy the casual atmosphere at Sidelines Lounge while watching live sports action on the big screen. 