In Kananaskis, après-ski isn’t just for skiers—it’s a full-sensory experience that carries from trail to table. After a day outdoors, guests gather at Blacktail Bar, where craft cocktails are infused with local herbs and the atmosphere is stylish yet cozy. Think rustic lodge meets modern cocktail lounge. Sip a s’mores-inspired Old Fashioned or graze on […]
Fast-paced, fun, and full of surprises, the Kananaskis Amazing Race is more than a team outing—it’s an all-out adventure. Inspired by the iconic TV format, this experience challenges teams to solve mental puzzles and complete physical feats as they navigate the trails and hidden corners of Kananaskis Village. Collaboration is key as participants crack clues, […]
Banff’s peaks, lakes, and postcard views are world-famous—for good reason. But just an hour away lies Kananaskis, where the experience shifts from iconic to immersive. With more than 4,000 square kilometres of protected wilderness, Kananaskis offers a different kind of escape: wilder, quieter, and more personal. Paddle the turquoise waters of Barrier Lake with Kananaskis […]
Built for the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, Nakiska Ski Area is still carving out memories. With wide-open groomers, Olympic-length runs, and one of Canada’s most advanced snowmaking systems, Nakiska is built for consistent conditions and crowd-free carving. Families will love the beginner zone, magic carpet, and Wanidu Tube Park; seasoned skiers can test their edges […]
In Kananaskis, the calendar doesn’t dictate the adventure—it expands it. Summer brings trails for every skill level and lakes perfect for paddling, while winter transforms the landscape into a snow-draped playground for skiers, snowshoers, and fat-bike riders. Come spring, waterfalls surge with meltwater, and autumn lights up the valleys in golden hues. But what makes […]
If adrenaline has a home in Alberta, it’s Kananaskis. With rugged peaks, roaring rivers, and hundreds of kilometres of wild terrain, this mountain playground serves up a full menu of high-octane pursuits—no matter the season. One day might start with a sunrise summit scramble and end with a moonlit snowshoe through silent forest trails. Rock […]
Kananaskis Outfitters makes it easy to explore the wild with confidence and joy. This local guiding company is your go-to for year-round adventure, offering winter and summer high-quality gear rentals and guided experiences that highlight the best of the region’s trails, lakes, and ridges. From canoe tours on Barrier Lake to survival hikes and stargazing […]
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We acknowledge that the land on which we explore, Kananaskis, lies is the traditional territory of the Treaty 7 Nations of The Tsuut’ina Nation, the Stoney Nakoda Nation, comprised of the Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney and Wesley First Nations, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Kainai-Blood Tribe, Siksika, Peigan-Piikani and Aamskapi Pikun. We recognize the Treaty 3 region of the Mètis Nation of Alberta and their historic connection to this land. We commit to the furthering of truth and reconciliation and honour and celebrate those who have lived, and continue to live, on this land.
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