Story Starters in "Rocky Mountains"

Horsepower, Trail Style

There’s something timeless about exploring the Rockies on horseback. At Boundary Ranch, it’s more than a trail ride — it’s a step into Alberta’s Western heritage. Guests saddle up with experienced wranglers and ride through scenic meadows and wooded valleys, catching glimpses of wildlife and learning the lore of Kananaskis along the way. Choose from […]

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Choose Your Own (Guided) Adventure

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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Peak Pursuits: Hike It, Bike It, Love It

Kananaskis Outfitters makes it easy to summit, spin, and smile your way through one of Alberta’s most iconic landscapes. With guided mountain biking adventures and ridge-top hikes for every skill level, guests can immerse themselves in the raw beauty of the Rockies—without the guesswork. From the larch-lined trails of autumn to the wildflower paths of […]

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Whitewater Wonder: Paddle & Play in the Kananaskis River

Adrenaline meets alpine on the Kananaskis River, where guided whitewater rafting trips offer waves, laughter, and views that make you forget you’re only an hour from Calgary. Local outfitters lead half-day and full-day excursions through splashy Class II and III rapids, making it a perfect mix of thrill and safety. Whether you’re tackling the chutes […]

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Mountain Mindfulness: Recharging at the Nordic Spa and Beyond

Wellness in Kananaskis is as much about the setting as it is the soak. At the heart of it is the Kananaskis Nordic Spa—a 50,000-square-foot open-air hydrotherapy circuit that invites guests to reset, recharge, and reconnect with the rhythm of nature. Picture steam rising from hot pools as snow falls gently around you, a robe […]

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Healing on the Land

Wellness in Kananaskis isn’t confined to spas or yoga mats—it’s rooted in the land itself. For thousands of years, the peaks, forests, and rivers of this region have been places of ceremony, reflection, and healing for Indigenous peoples. That legacy continues today, not just in guided meditations or forest bathing walks, but in the quiet […]

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Second Nature: Wellness, the Way It Was Meant to Be

In Kananaskis, wellness doesn’t feel like a retreat—it feels like remembering. With every breath of crisp mountain air, every step along a forest trail, and every soak in a steaming pool, your body starts to recalibrate. Out here, slowing down isn’t forced. It becomes second nature. Whether you’re following a forest meditation session with tea […]

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