Kananaskis is one of the few places where conservation and tourism coexist by design. With over 4,000 square kilometres of protected parkland and a region-wide Conservation Pass that directly funds trail upkeep and habitat restoration, Kananaskis is built on stewardship. Visitors are encouraged to tread lightly, travel responsibly, and leave no trace. Businesses like Mount […]
World leaders are used to meeting behind closed doors—but not like this. In Kananaskis, negotiations and roundtables happen with the smell of pine in the air and the sounds of mountain wind. This year’s G7 is happening “in the wild”—in a protected provincial park where wildlife, wilderness, and world affairs coexist. Kananaskis isn’t just a […]
In Kananaskis, the scenery doesn’t just impress—it stuns. Jagged peaks like Mount Kidd rise dramatically over turquoise lakes so still they reflect the sky like glass. Forests shift with the seasons, bursting with wildflowers in summer and turning gold with larches in fall. Wildlife sightings are part of the experience—elk in the valleys, eagles overhead, […]
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 […]
As darkness falls over Kananaskis, the night sky takes centre stage. Join Kananaskis Outfitters for a guided stargazing snowshoe or summer night walk that blends astronomy with awe. You’ll learn about constellations, local legends, and even how to spot satellites—often with a cup of cocoa or tea in hand. Back at the firepit, the stories […]
Disconnect to reconnect at Mount Engadine Lodge—a wilderness retreat where Wi-Fi fades out and mountain stillness takes over. Tucked into Spray Valley Provincial Park, this all-inclusive lodge offers cozy glamping tents, cabins, and lodge rooms surrounded by nature. Guests start the day with sunrise views over the meadow, enjoy chef-prepared meals, and wind down with […]
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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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