Local info • Trip planning

Plan your Kananaskis trip

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Often called “K-Country” by locals, Kananaskis Country is Alberta’s mountain playground in the Canadian Rockies. Pick winter or summer adventures, compare lodging, check maps and conditions, then go.

Size: 4,000+ km² of parks & recreation areas
Nearby: Canmore • Banff National Park

Summer activities Winter activities Places to stay

Alberta’s mountain playground

Alpine lakes, rugged peaks and quiet forested valleys, just 1 hour west of Calgary, Alberta.

Kananaskis Country borders Canmore and Banff National Park, with year‑round adventures from relaxed strolls to full‑day trips.

Planning Tools

Check conditions, passes and essentials before you drive out.

Weather Trail reports Road conditions Conservation Pass Maps Services

Summer Adventures

Guided tours and activities you can book now.

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Horseback Riding

Guided rides for all ages on scenic trails in Banff National Park and Kananaskis, with combo options available.

Photo: Boundary Ranch

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Hiking Tours & Guiding Services

Small group or private hikes with qualified guides in Banff, Lake Louise, and Kananaskis. Pickup, lunch, and poles included.

Photo: Paramount Guides

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Mountain Biking, E-Bike Tours, Bike Rentals

E-bike tours and rentals, plus mountain biking resources for Canmore, Kananaskis, and Banff National Park.

Photo: Banff Adventures Unlimited

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Golf Courses & Golf Vacations

Play scenic mountain courses in Canmore, Kananaskis, and Banff, or book turnkey golf vacations with guaranteed tee times.

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More Adventures

Explore winter and year-round activities in Kananaskis and the Canadian Rockies.

Winter Adventures

Snow, ice and sled dogs. Start planning your next winter adventure.

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Year Round Activities

Caving, sightseeing, guided tours and more, in any season.

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Places to Stay

Find cabins, lodges, inns, hotels, resorts and B&Bs. Compare options and book.

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Canmore Bed and Breakfast - A Bear And Bison

Bed & Breakfast

Warm, hosted stays with gourmet breakfasts and local insight. Private tubs, fireplaces, and mountain views.

Photo: A Bear and Bison Inn

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Mount Engadine Lodge - Charming Inns of Alberta

Cabins, Lodges & Inns

Cozy cabins, mountain lodges and inns with authentic Rockies vibes. Boutique stays, backcountry options, and peaceful getaways.

Photo: Charming Inns of Alberta

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Hotels & Resorts

Comfortable stays with a wide range of amenities. Full-service hotels and mountain resorts with pools, spas and dining.

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All accommodations

Browse all places to stay, from hotels and cabins to vacation homes and campgrounds.

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Kananaskis Country

The region includes five provincial parks, four wildland provincial parks, an ecological reserve and several recreation areas. It’s a quieter alternative to nearby Banff, with year-round hiking, skiing, biking and mountain scenery.

Local information & park details

Trip essentials

A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.
Check current trail conditions, closures and wildlife advisories before you head out.
Some roads, including sections of Hwy 40, have seasonal closures. Confirm gate status before you drive.

Conservation Pass details Trail reports & advisories