Located one-hour West of Calgary and only 5 minutes from the Banff National Park, Canmore lies nestled along the banks of the Bow River in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Canmore is an authentic mountain community, where people from all walks of life live; including an impressive list of accomplished mountaineers, and Olympic athletes. Here, you can take in the one-of-a-kind boutiques, eclectic art galleries or just enjoy the atmosphere without crowds of tourists huddled on jam-packed streets. In fact, in Canmore, laid back is a way of life.
Canmore is a fantastic place to visit and can be easily included as a stopover if your are exploring the Alberta area. There are many travel options on how to get to Canmore. You are able to fly into Calgary international Airport with Air Canada, and then its just a one and a half hour drive. It is a scenic drive to this city as it takes you from the prairies through the foothills and into the Canadian Rocky Mountains, renting a car and taking in all Canada has to offer is a popular choice.
Things to do
Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, Canmore Alberta boasts a multitude of year-round and seasonal activities. You will enjoy the variety of summer and winter fun to be had in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. Whether you're looking for hiking, fishing, golf, skiing, snowboarding, dogsled tours, hockey or other outdoor activity, you find something in Canmore! Below we have noted a few favourites amongst visitors to Canmore.
The Rockies
Explore the spectacular lakes, mountains and glaciers of Banff National Park and Jasper National Park in the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains. The Rockies are famous world wide and are a major attraction in Canada, a must see for any tourist. We at 1st class offer many tours to explore this glorious natural mountain range.
Fishing and fly fishing
Thousands of people come to fish in Canmore Alberta each year. Canmore and the surrounding Canadian Rockies area offers some of the best fishing found anywhere in Canada Spectacular scenery, fresh mountain air and a variety of pristine lakes, rivers and streams provide the perfect backdrop for fishermen of all ages and abilities to enjoy this wonderful outdoor activity.
Helicopter Tours
The thrill of flight and the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies as seen from an eagle's perspective - helicopter sightseeing tours and heli hiking or heli walking trips are available, and can be arranged before or during your visit. Whether you're just looking to take in the sights by helicopter, or you want to experience the exhileration and unparalleled beauty of hiking in the high alpine meadows of the Rocky Mountains of Canada, you're sure to find it in Canmore Alberta!
Rafting, Boating & Float tours
Imagine the thrill of whitewater rafting, the breathtaking scenery and wildlife of the Canadian Rockies as seen from the pristine glacial waters of Canmore's mountain rivers. All types of rafting adventures, boating and float trips are available in Canmore and the Kananaskis Country. Whether you're just looking to take in the sights while gently floating down the world renowned Bow River, or you want to experience the exhilaration of a true whitewater rush in the Canadian Rockies, this is a great day out for all.
Canmore Alberta, hosts many local events that are of interest to both the vacation traveler and the local community. Make note of any events you'd like to attend while you plan your vacation travel to Western Canada and the Canadian Rockies.
Canada Day Parade
One thing you can count on is Canada Day in Canmore. The festivities celebrate the special joy of being Canadian. Locals line up early for the pancake breakfast that starts at 8am. Main Street is jammed with people who come from all over southern Alberta to view the parade. Truly spending our national day in beautiful Canmore is a pleasure that should not be missed.
Canmore Folk Festival
The Annual Canmore Folk Music Festival is located in Centennial Park featuring three days and three stages of folk/roots, blues and world beat from national and international performers. The alcohol-free event includes a global artisan village, food vendor area and family area, as well as a number of free off-site activities. This is a great way to experience the locat community and sample a bit of the Canmore Culture.
Vic Lewis Band Festival
The Vic Lewis International Band Festival has earned a reputation as one of the best non-competitive music festivals in Alberta. Over 800 students in junior high and high school bands perform for adjudicators, participate in workshops, listen to faculty recitals and give public performances during the two days and two nights of the festival. A great sense of community can be found at the band festival.
As Canada is so large the climate varies widely, but the weather in Canmore is similar to that of the northern part of the United States. Canmore has four seasons that are each distinctly different, and add in their own way to our area’s natural beauty. In autumn, the crisp air invites you outdoors to enjoy the brilliant colors of fall foliage. In winter, the landscape is blanketed by glistening white snow. Spring arrives as early as April, bringing with it the scent of fresh growth. And in the summer, Canmore is a place of stunning beauty and endless outdoor.
Please find below an average high and low temperature in degrees Celsius for each month:
- January: -18 to -6
- February: -13 to -2
- March: -10 to 2
- April: -3 to 9
- May: 3 to 16
- June: 7 to 20
- July: 9 to 23
- August: 8 to 22
- September: 4 to 17
- October: -1 to 12
- November: -9 to 3
- December: -14 to -2
