Kathleen’s guidebook
Hiking trails
Shaded walking trails through an old growth forest. Beautiful lichen, mushrooms and moss. Lovely mountain and valley views from lookout.
Brown - Lowery Provincial Park
Shaded walking trails through an old growth forest. Beautiful lichen, mushrooms and moss. Lovely mountain and valley views from lookout.
Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area
194001 160 St WHiking trails. Wide open spaces. Great views. Nearby
Great hiking, biking and cross country ski trails. Nearby
22 locals recommend
West Bragg Creek Day Use Area
Great hiking, biking and cross country ski trails. Nearby
Johnston Canyon, Upper Falls
Shaded walking trails along the river.
Lake Agnes Tea House
Lovely hike. Beautiful views. Trail has incline.
Easy trail or more challenging, if you desire. Close to Canmore with beautiful view and emerald lakes.
155 locals recommend
Grassi Lakes
Easy trail or more challenging, if you desire. Close to Canmore with beautiful view and emerald lakes.
Chester Lake
Popular trail through the forest leading to a lake.
Prairie Mountain
Food scene
Priddis View & Brew Bistro
178067 Priddis Valley Rd WCute place for a bite to eat in a peaceful setting. Nearby
The Powderhorn Saloon
7 Balsam AveWestern decor. Good food. Live music. Nearby
Priddis Greens Golf and Country Club
1 Priddis Greens DriveGorgeous patio. Good food. Nearby
Azuridge Estate Hotel
178057 272 St WGood food. Beautiful setting. Nearby
Rockies Tavern and Grill
7 Balsam AveGood food and live music on certain days. Nearby
Local area of interest with restaurant, gift shop, plants, fresh veggies and a walking trail along the river. Lovely view of farmland and river valley to the east.
34 locals recommend
The Saskatoon Farm
80181 338 Ave ELocal area of interest with restaurant, gift shop, plants, fresh veggies and a walking trail along the river. Lovely view of farmland and river valley to the east.
Chuckwagon Cafe
105 Sunset Blvd NWGood local place for breakfast.
Iron Goat Pub & Grill
703 Benchlands TrailGood food, great patio, fantastic view.
Magpie & Stump Restaurant
203 Caribou StFun atmosphere, good Mexican food.
Cha Cha John's Fusion Kitchen
100 Stockton AveLocal Indian cuisine on Elizabeth St. in the historic area of Okotoks
Good food and stylish decor. Situated in an old church in the historic part of Okotoks.
Heartland Cafe
46 McRae StGood food and stylish decor. Situated in an old church in the historic part of Okotoks.
Longview Steakhouse
Excellent food, beautiful drive with mountain views.
Creative, delicious, healthy food choices in a casual setting. Love their bowls.
128 locals recommend
Communitea Cafe
117-1001 6 AveCreative, delicious, healthy food choices in a casual setting. Love their bowls.
The Italian Farmhouse Restaurant & Bar
20 Balsam AveNearby in village of Bragg Creek.
Visit a legendary 50s style soda shop and diner complete with table-side juke boxes and a unique menu of hamburgers (try The Elvis Burger).
6 locals recommend
Marv's Classic Soda Shop
121 Centre Ave WVisit a legendary 50s style soda shop and diner complete with table-side juke boxes and a unique menu of hamburgers (try The Elvis Burger).
Soft Rock Bistro
102 Centre Avenue WestAn epic poutinery!
Eau Claire Distillery
113 Sunset Blvd SWEau Claire Distillery
113 Sunset Blvd SWArt scene
Gallery and gift shop in a beautiful location with spectacular mountain views. Quiet, country setting. Nearby
Leighton Art Centre
282027 144 St WArt scene
Bluerock Gallery
110 Centre Ave WFeatures local artists. Nice selection of items for sale. Nearby
Science
Rothney Astrophysical Observatory
Interesting for anyone who enjoys space and starry nights.
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
1500 N Dinosaur TrailInteresting museum and landscape.
TELUS Spark
Interesting, education and fun filled.
Calgary Zoo
A nice, relaxing way to spend the day.
Indoor recreation
Indoor recreation facility with indoor swimming pool. Nice library in the same building.
11 locals recommend
Shawnessy YMCA
333 Shawville Blvd SEIndoor recreation facility with indoor swimming pool. Nice library in the same building.
Sightseeing
For Heartland lovers, please check this link.
https://horseyhooves.com/heartland-ranch/
Elbow Falls
Alberta 66Pretty waterfalls and scenic drive. Hiking trails. Nearby
Sheep River Falls
Sheep River RoadLovely country drive west of Turner Valley. Nearby
Canmore
Mountain village with shopping, restaurants, and hiking trails.
Banff
Beautiful mountain town with plenty to do.
Lake Louise
Lake Louise Lakeshore TrailSpectacular scenery. Beautiful drive. Hiking trails
Waterton Park
Less crowded National Park with mountain scenery. Hiking trails.
Popular tv series showcasing the western lifestyle and beautiful countryside of south western Alberta.
For a self guided tour check out -
https://foothillstourism.com/tour/heartland-tour-hudson-to-calgary
Heartland
Popular tv series showcasing the western lifestyle and beautiful countryside of south western Alberta.
For a self guided tour check out -
https://foothillstourism.com/tour/heartland-tour-hudson-to-calgary
Vulcan
For StarTrek fans!
High River
Historic small town. Film location of the popular tv series Heartland.