If you're seeking a blend of outdoor adventure and charming town vibes, Canmore is your spot. Surrounded by the stunning Rocky Mountains, this Canadian gem offers breathtaking hiking trails and world-class skiing. Explore local art galleries and savor delicious farm-to-table cuisine at cozy eateries. Don’t miss the Canmore Nordic Centre, perfect for winter sports enthusiasts. Rich in history, Canmore’s roots trace back to coal mining, adding a unique layer to its vibrant culture.
Canmore, Canada
Top things to do in Canmore
14 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.
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Grassi Lakes
A pair of stunning turquoise alpine lakes reached via a popular hiking trail with interpretive signs about local ecology and Indigenous history.
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Ha Ling Peak
A prominent peak offering a challenging, non-technical hike with rewarding panoramic views of the Bow Valley and surrounding mountains.
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The Three Sisters (Alberta)
Three iconic limestone peaks that define Canmore's skyline and serve as a beloved symbol of the Canadian Rockies.
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Mount Rundle
A massive, steep-sided mountain ridge that stretches between Banff and Canmore, offering iconic hiking and photography.
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East End of Rundle
A steep, challenging hike on the eastern end of Mount Rundle with panoramic views of Canmore and the Bow Valley.
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Mount Lawrence Grassi
A peak named for a local miner-guide, offering hiking trails and panoramic Rocky Mountain views near Canmore.
Outdoor & fun
Canmore Nordic Centre Disc Golf Course
A free 18-hole disc golf course set in the scenic Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park.
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Mount Charles Stewart
A strenuous scramble in the Bow Range offering alpine vistas and a rewarding summit experience near Canmore.
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Fairholme Range
A dramatic mountain range in the Canadian Rockies near Canmore, offering rugged peaks and scenic trails for hikers and climbers.
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Mount Fable
A quiet, lesser-known peak near Canmore, perfect for a peaceful hike with rewarding views of the surrounding valleys.
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Ehagay Nakoda
A culturally significant mountain in the Fairholme Range, named in the Stoney Nakoda language, with rewarding hiking trails.
Neighborhood
Harvie Heights
A quiet hamlet near Canmore with easy access to hiking and skiing, offering a range of lodgings from cabins to hotels.
Neighborhood
Dead Man's Flats
A historic hamlet named after a tragic tale, offering services and lodging for Bow Valley visitors.
Park & nature
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
Built for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this park offers world-class cross-country skiing and mountain biking trails through stunning Canadian Rockies scenery.
Tickets & tours
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