“Fewer crowds, more charm—this is Alberta’s Rockies like you’ve never seen them.”
Alberta’s Highway 1 may be the classic drive, but travellers in the know are turning westward sooner—onto Highway 22, the fabled Cowboy Trail. This lesser-known route winds through rolling foothills and ranchland, passing through towns like Bragg Creek and Longview before climbing into Highway 40, the gateway to Kananaskis Country. This road trip offers a cinematic journey through western Canadian landscapes—where wild horses roam and prairie skies give way to alpine peaks. Stop in at Eau Claire Distillery or Bar U Ranch, then detour into Kananaskis for a soak at the Nordic Spa or a hike under the peaks. End your day with s’mores and a signature cocktail at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge. This route offers fewer crowds, more charm, and a deeper connection to Alberta’s wild spirit.
