Canmore & Kananaskis
Your Discovery Base
Canmore is a place of unassuming grace. It has an immense capacity to calm the spirit, and rejuvenate the soul. The place is positively infectious, and seemingly without contrivance, forced effort or fanfare. This little mountain town delivers the goods.
Photo Courtesy: Glenn Naylor
The discerning traveler in search of a high level of authenticity from a destination travel experience will feel very much as though they have come home.
As a single destination, Canmore Kananaskis offers an incredible variety of opportunities in all four seasons for an amazingly diverse audience. While it may be true that you can’t be all things to all people, most people seem to find what they want and need here.
Deciding what to do first, once you are here, may well be the hardest decision you have to make. Our staff at the Tourism Canmore Visitor Information Centre will make that decision making process an easy one, so be sure to stop in and visit there.
A full service four season destination, Canmore Kananaskis offers recreation services and options for families, individuals, couples, and groups. We have proven to be a perfect destination for small M&IT business getaways and conferences.
Planning a full itinerary before you travel can be a daunting task; varied interest within your group, you are unsure of the geography, and what about the operators? Getting the most out of your trip is likely a priority. Contact Tourism Canmore Kananaskis before you travel. We can help you plan, design and book your ultimate trip. Regardless of when in the year you visit, you need to keep in mind that the weather in Canmore and the Canadian Rockies can definitely be unpredictable.
About Canmore & Kananaskis
Enviable geographic placement positions Canmore, only 1.5 hours from Calgary’s International Airport, 5 minutes East of Banff National Park, and virtually nestled into the northwest corner of Kananaskis Country, which is home to a multitude of Provincial and Wild-land Parks. There is no better place to base as you plan your exploration and discovery of the Canadian Rockies.
A Destination for All Seasons
Definitely a town for all seasons, Canmore moves effortlessly from season to season and you can be as laid back and casual as you like or as active and engaged as you desire. Canmore boasts an overwhelming inventory of year round and seasonal activities.
Playing it Safe
The wildlands of Canmore, Kananaskis, Banff and the mountain parks are definitely wild. Being prepared for changing weather conditions and wildlife encounters is essential to your safe enjoyment of the outdoors.
Casual Strolls
Throughout the town, there is an amazing system of trails which is largely packed stone, and is well suited to casual strolls for folks with very little kids, and anyone who wants the option of very short picturesque strolls.
Walk, Hike, Bike
Our Walk, Hike, Bike section includes a sampling of some of the more popular hiking and mountain biking trails for summer activity, and cross country ski or snowshoe trails in the winter.
Day Trips
Our Day Trips section includes a short sampling of the many journeys that are yours for the taking. We will group your options based on average travel times to each destination. The discovery experiences are primarily driving accessed, and are sightseeing in orientation with options for light front country walks.
Festivals & Events
Canmore is known for having a pretty full calendar of events. Regardless of the season we invite you to join us in Canmore and Kananaskis for what we are sure will prove to be among your most memorable vacation experiences. The odds are there will be something happening while you are here.
Location: 907A 7th Ave
Open 7 days per week from 09:00-18:00
Phone: 403-678-1295