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Merry Kananaskis
Find your Holiday Spirit in Kananaskis
Here, the magic of the season meets the wild beauty of the Rockies. Swap crowded city lights for starlit trails, cozy fires, savoury bites, and snowy adventures that bring you closer to what really matters. From reindeer visits and sleigh rides to guided stargazing tours, Kananaskis offers a holiday experience that’s as authentic as it is unforgettable.
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Discover the beauty of Kananaskis with ease on the new Explore Kananaskis Bus – your free and convenient way to get to the region’s top destinations. This hop-on, hop-off bus makes it simple to explore iconic trails, attractions, and experiences without the hassle of parking.
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Winter Wonderland
From January to March, while the blanket of champagne powder covers the landscape and a satisfying calm descends upon the entire Valley, adventure may be at its height. An endless array of winter fun is found on the slopes, on the ice, in the forests and across the trails of Kananaskis. Pack your toque (Canadian for wool hat!), mitts, parka and boots and experience the majesty of Alberta’s Winter Wonderland.
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Scenic Driving on Highway 40
Turn off the Trans-Canada to experience Highway 40, sometimes referred to as Kananaskis Trail. More than 100km of the most scenic drive in Alberta, from meadows through alpine valleys, over the highest paved road in Canada and back to Alberta’s prairies.
The Trans-Kananaskis Is the premier driving enthusiast road in Alberta, with jaw-dropping sights around every sweeping curve in the road.
Annually closed between Peter Lougheed Provincial Park and Hwy 541 from December 1 – June 14.
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Golden Larch Season
Between the vibrant green of the warm months and the white winter coat, Kananaskis turns gold for three weeks at the end of September into October. The golden forests are a natural treasure to behold, making already amazing hikes into unforgettable experiences.
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‘Tis the Season for Kananaskis
The snow that reliably blankets the hills and forests of Kananaskis create a fairy tale atmosphere for all ages to revel in the Christmas spirit. From holiday themed arts & crafts to gifts to sleigh rides to Santa himself with his reindeer, the Christmas season in Kananaskis is filled with bountiful joy and fellowship.
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The Spring Bloom
Between the vibrant green of the warm months and the white winter coat, Kananaskis turns gold for three weeks at the end of September into October. The golden forests are a natural treasure to behold, making already amazing hikes into unforgettable experiences.
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Summer of Kananaskis
There’s nothing quite like the full bloom of Kananaskis wilderness– the smells, the sights, the endless options to immerse yourself in spectacular Alberta natural wonders. Summer in Kananaskis is full of adventure and majestic scenery, a true can’t miss destination.
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There’s nothing quite like the full bloom of Kananaskis wilderness– the smells, the sights, the endless options to immerse yourself in spectacular Alberta natural wonders. Summer in Kananaskis is full of adventure and majestic scenery, a true can’t miss destination.
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Between the vibrant green of the warm months and the white winter coat, Kananaskis turns gold for three weeks at the end of September into October. The golden forests are a natural treasure to behold, making already amazing hikes into unforgettable experiences.
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The snow that reliably blankets the hills and forests of Kananaskis create a fairy tale atmosphere for all ages to revel in the Christmas spirit. From holiday themed arts & crafts to gifts to sleigh rides to Santa himself with his reindeer, the Christmas season in Kananaskis is filled with bountiful joy and fellowship.
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Between the vibrant green of the warm months and the white winter coat, Kananaskis turns gold for three weeks at the end of September into October. The golden forests are a natural treasure to behold, making already amazing hikes into unforgettable experiences.
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Relive the Wild West exploration days on horseback with trail rides and longer expeditions from Boundary Ranch.
Some of the best views in Kananaskis are achieved while on the water at Barrier Lake. Rent canoes, kayaks and sups at the lakeside from Kananaskis Outfitters.
Alberta’s only Nordic Spa opened in 2019 and has quickly become perhaps the crown jewel of Kananaskis attractions. Enjoy the wellness benefits of hydrotherapy in the most stunning alpine setting, right in the Village!
Also in the running for the crown jewel of the park is the Kananaskis Country Golf Course, 36 holes carved between mountains, forests and meadows. Hint: if you shoot a high score, you can always blame the scenery!
Relive the Wild West exploration days on horseback with trail rides and longer expeditions from Boundary Ranch.
We call it the Trans–Kananaskis, the epic highway that runs the length of the Valley from Highway #1 south to Longview. Along with some side roads that add some thrills, Kananaskis has the most stunning and enjoyable summer drives in Alberta.
There are literally dozens of dazzling alpine lakes where you can catch dinner, from the big and busy to the small and isolated, where you might have the whole lake to yourself!
