Doug & Brenda’s Canmore Guidebook
Canmore and Nearby Attractions
Town of Canmore: Introduction and Description
(https://canmore.ca/residents/about-canmore)
The Town of Canmore is one of the most beautiful places in all of Canada to live, work and play! Opening out across the floor of the Bow River Valley and flanked on all sides by the front ranges of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Canmore offers the best of all possible worlds. Beginning with an enviable geographic location approximately an hour and a half from downtown Calgary and five minutes from Banff National Park east gate, Canmore offers not only a spectacular location but unequalled outdoor recreational opportunities, great food, and great shopping in the heart of some of the world's most breathtaking scenery.
Canmore enjoys a singular relationship with its surroundings. Throughout its transition from humble working class beginnings to its current eclectic mix, Canmore has managed to retain its small town, wilderness flavour. In spite of unprecedented growth it has integrated this with some of the best dining and shopping in western Canada. Canmore is home to a community whose vision is based on the conviction that environmental sensitivity and economic sustainability can be reconciled.
Canmore is minutes away from Banff National Park, Kananaskis Country and Bow Valley Provincial Parks, five world-renowned ski resorts, and six breath-taking golf courses. With an international airport just 1.5 hours away, Canmore has a myriad of opportunities to offer adventurous locals and visitors alike.
The town centre elevation is 1309 metres (4296 Feet) with surrounding summits reaching heights of 2936 metres (9,633 feet). The Bow River flows through the heart of town connecting residents to a network of wildlife corridors and trails. This unique geography supports an abundance of local wildlife and wildflowers and provides endless opportunities to experience nature at her best in and around town.
Capitalizing on opportunities presented by the 1988 Winter Olympics the residents of Canmore turned a small mining town with a once uncertain future into an international tourist destination earning a reputation for excellence and innovation. Our youthful, energetic and well-educated population values a vigorous, outdoor adventure lifestyle; a lifestyle that supports and encourages an entrepreneurial spirit. This compelling combination has made Canmore one of the fastest-growing and most desirable communities in Canada.
Keenly aware of the fine balance between economic growth and environmental stewardship, our community seeks to support businesses that take advantage of our incredible location while producing minimal environmental impact. Our future lies in the intellectual and creative wealth coming to the community from all over the world. There are strong growth opportunities in recreational tourism and the health and wellness sector. Opportunities that honour our past, sustain our tourism links and at the same time attract new, collaborative innovation will provide a greater spectrum of employment opportunities and most importantly, will preserve our key asset: the natural environment. Welcome to Canmore. We call it home.
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Canmore
Town of Canmore: Introduction and Description
(https://canmore.ca/residents/about-canmore)
The Town of Canmore is one of the most beautiful places in all of Canada to live, work and play! Opening out across the floor of the Bow River Valley and flanked on all sides by the front ranges of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Canmore offers the best of all possible worlds. Beginning with an enviable geographic location approximately an hour and a half from downtown Calgary and five minutes from Banff National Park east gate, Canmore offers not only a spectacular location but unequalled outdoor recreational opportunities, great food, and great shopping in the heart of some of the world's most breathtaking scenery.
Canmore enjoys a singular relationship with its surroundings. Throughout its transition from humble working class beginnings to its current eclectic mix, Canmore has managed to retain its small town, wilderness flavour. In spite of unprecedented growth it has integrated this with some of the best dining and shopping in western Canada. Canmore is home to a community whose vision is based on the conviction that environmental sensitivity and economic sustainability can be reconciled.
Canmore is minutes away from Banff National Park, Kananaskis Country and Bow Valley Provincial Parks, five world-renowned ski resorts, and six breath-taking golf courses. With an international airport just 1.5 hours away, Canmore has a myriad of opportunities to offer adventurous locals and visitors alike.
The town centre elevation is 1309 metres (4296 Feet) with surrounding summits reaching heights of 2936 metres (9,633 feet). The Bow River flows through the heart of town connecting residents to a network of wildlife corridors and trails. This unique geography supports an abundance of local wildlife and wildflowers and provides endless opportunities to experience nature at her best in and around town.
Capitalizing on opportunities presented by the 1988 Winter Olympics the residents of Canmore turned a small mining town with a once uncertain future into an international tourist destination earning a reputation for excellence and innovation. Our youthful, energetic and well-educated population values a vigorous, outdoor adventure lifestyle; a lifestyle that supports and encourages an entrepreneurial spirit. This compelling combination has made Canmore one of the fastest-growing and most desirable communities in Canada.
Keenly aware of the fine balance between economic growth and environmental stewardship, our community seeks to support businesses that take advantage of our incredible location while producing minimal environmental impact. Our future lies in the intellectual and creative wealth coming to the community from all over the world. There are strong growth opportunities in recreational tourism and the health and wellness sector. Opportunities that honour our past, sustain our tourism links and at the same time attract new, collaborative innovation will provide a greater spectrum of employment opportunities and most importantly, will preserve our key asset: the natural environment. Welcome to Canmore. We call it home.
Banff Nation Park: Description
https://www.tourismgolden.com/banff-national-park?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4v2EBhCtARIsACan3ny7cfKWEweZbAxkiQP7_uzyNnQJW4vi7vjMRkFl9HRHW-tvX2E3I8waAsyfEALw_wcB
Canada's first national park, spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers.
Watch the sunset on a riverside stroll or feel the breath of glaciers in the alpine. Take your pick of over 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles) of maintained trails. Many of the park’s most famous hikes are easily accessible from the Town of Banff and the village of Lake Louise.
Banff National Park also incorporates historic sites such as Cave and Basin National Historic Site and Banff Park Museum National Historic Site of Canada.
Banff National Park Fast Facts
• Established in 1885 as Canada’s first National Park (third in the world) and was the birth of Canada’s vast national parks system.
• Banff is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The mountains are around 45 to 120 million years old.
• The park encompasses Banff, the highest town in Canada at an elevation of 1,384 m (4,540 ft).
• Banff is home to Alberta’s southernmost herd of the endangered woodland caribou.
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Banff
Banff Nation Park: Description
https://www.tourismgolden.com/banff-national-park?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4v2EBhCtARIsACan3ny7cfKWEweZbAxkiQP7_uzyNnQJW4vi7vjMRkFl9HRHW-tvX2E3I8waAsyfEALw_wcB
Canada's first national park, spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers.
Watch the sunset on a riverside stroll or feel the breath of glaciers in the alpine. Take your pick of over 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles) of maintained trails. Many of the park’s most famous hikes are easily accessible from the Town of Banff and the village of Lake Louise.
Banff National Park also incorporates historic sites such as Cave and Basin National Historic Site and Banff Park Museum National Historic Site of Canada.
Banff National Park Fast Facts
• Established in 1885 as Canada’s first National Park (third in the world) and was the birth of Canada’s vast national parks system.
• Banff is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The mountains are around 45 to 120 million years old.
• The park encompasses Banff, the highest town in Canada at an elevation of 1,384 m (4,540 ft).
• Banff is home to Alberta’s southernmost herd of the endangered woodland caribou.
Kananaskis Village is a resort community. It features hotel-style accommodation and numerous amenities. Amenities include a 36-hole golf course (Kananaskis Country Golf Course), downhill skiing (Nakiska Ski Area), equestrian facilities (Boundary Ranch), and trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.
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Kananaskis Village
Kananaskis Village is a resort community. It features hotel-style accommodation and numerous amenities. Amenities include a 36-hole golf course (Kananaskis Country Golf Course), downhill skiing (Nakiska Ski Area), equestrian facilities (Boundary Ranch), and trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.
Lake Louise: Description
https://www.beautifulworld.com/north-america/canada/lake-louise/
Part of Banff National Park in Alberta, Lake Louise is one of the worlds most photographed glacial lakes. With its turquoise blue waters and surrounding snow-capped peaks, it’s unsurprising to see why. The magnificent turquoise colour of the water is a result of the light filtering effect of rock flour in the glacial runoff, though you need to visit between late July and August to see the water at its brightest. Interestingly, despite being a relatively small lake, at only 2km (1.2mi) long and less than 500m (0.3mi) wide, you may be surprised to hear that Lake Louise reaches depths of up to 70m (230ft).
If you stand in front of the Chateau Lake Louise and face outwards towards the lake, you will be greeted with a fabulous view of the commanding Mount Victoria (3464m/11,365ft) and Victoria Glacier. On your left is Fairview Mountain (2744m/9001ft), with The Beehive Hems on your right. A path surrounds the edge of the lake, so you can stroll around at whatever pace suits you. How busy it is will depend on the time of day you are visiting, along with the time of year.
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Lake Louise
Lake Louise Lakeshore TrailLake Louise: Description
https://www.beautifulworld.com/north-america/canada/lake-louise/
Part of Banff National Park in Alberta, Lake Louise is one of the worlds most photographed glacial lakes. With its turquoise blue waters and surrounding snow-capped peaks, it’s unsurprising to see why. The magnificent turquoise colour of the water is a result of the light filtering effect of rock flour in the glacial runoff, though you need to visit between late July and August to see the water at its brightest. Interestingly, despite being a relatively small lake, at only 2km (1.2mi) long and less than 500m (0.3mi) wide, you may be surprised to hear that Lake Louise reaches depths of up to 70m (230ft).
If you stand in front of the Chateau Lake Louise and face outwards towards the lake, you will be greeted with a fabulous view of the commanding Mount Victoria (3464m/11,365ft) and Victoria Glacier. On your left is Fairview Mountain (2744m/9001ft), with The Beehive Hems on your right. A path surrounds the edge of the lake, so you can stroll around at whatever pace suits you. How busy it is will depend on the time of day you are visiting, along with the time of year.
Food scene
This quaint restaurant has a low-lighting character featuring Spanish small plates and lively Latin music. Can be a tad romanceful for a charming, cozy evening of old-country wines, intimate atmosphere, and tapas-style plates that will leave you full.
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Tapas Restaurant
633 10 StThis quaint restaurant has a low-lighting character featuring Spanish small plates and lively Latin music. Can be a tad romanceful for a charming, cozy evening of old-country wines, intimate atmosphere, and tapas-style plates that will leave you full.
Great location to devour a piping hot pizza while gazing at the Three Sisters Mountain range on Red Rock’s quaint patio space. This pizzeria is known for their creative twists on classics, including: ‘Wicked Chicken’ and the ‘Buddha Gouda’. Red Rock will be a hit if pizza is what you’re craving after wandering around downtown Canmore.
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Red Rock Pizza
1005 Cougar Creek DrGreat location to devour a piping hot pizza while gazing at the Three Sisters Mountain range on Red Rock’s quaint patio space. This pizzeria is known for their creative twists on classics, including: ‘Wicked Chicken’ and the ‘Buddha Gouda’. Red Rock will be a hit if pizza is what you’re craving after wandering around downtown Canmore.
A local favourite, Bella Crusta makes their own focaccia bread each day for deliciously fresh sandwiches. This restaurant has an an old-school sandwich shop character. It offers a casual dining experience and is a great place for those looking for hearty food at a reasonable price.
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Bella Crusta Foods
903 6 AveA local favourite, Bella Crusta makes their own focaccia bread each day for deliciously fresh sandwiches. This restaurant has an an old-school sandwich shop character. It offers a casual dining experience and is a great place for those looking for hearty food at a reasonable price.
This rustic, down-to-earth space is known for its solid service, good food, great drinks, and its cozy atmosphere. Designed around an early 1900’s home, Tavern 1883 feels like you’ve stepped back into the past so it has a wonderful atmosphere with a versatile food and drink menu.
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Tavern 1883
709 9 StThis rustic, down-to-earth space is known for its solid service, good food, great drinks, and its cozy atmosphere. Designed around an early 1900’s home, Tavern 1883 feels like you’ve stepped back into the past so it has a wonderful atmosphere with a versatile food and drink menu.
Where hearty meets healthy, Harvest Cafe is the spot to hit for a quick and delicious bite. They make all of their soups and sauces (gluten-free too) in-house, as well as their freshly baked, ooey-gooey cinnamon buns. Vegan and gluten-free options are available for their wraps and paninis.
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Harvest Cafe
718 10 StWhere hearty meets healthy, Harvest Cafe is the spot to hit for a quick and delicious bite. They make all of their soups and sauces (gluten-free too) in-house, as well as their freshly baked, ooey-gooey cinnamon buns. Vegan and gluten-free options are available for their wraps and paninis.
The Sensory is Canmore’s upscale restaurant (walking distance from our condo in Solara Resort and Spa) features regional cuisine, fresh, and local ingredients. Their menu items are expressive of the Rocky Mountains and the surrounding area, as well as a seasonal tasting menu designed to take you on a sensory experience. Culinary exploration in the heart of the Bow Valley.
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The Sensory & Wit Bar
101-300 Old Canmore RdThe Sensory is Canmore’s upscale restaurant (walking distance from our condo in Solara Resort and Spa) features regional cuisine, fresh, and local ingredients. Their menu items are expressive of the Rocky Mountains and the surrounding area, as well as a seasonal tasting menu designed to take you on a sensory experience. Culinary exploration in the heart of the Bow Valley.
BLAKE
810 Bow Valley TrailJK Bakery Cafe (downtown)
1000 7 AveCraft Breweries
The Grizzly Paw Pub & Brewing Company has become a landmark destination by locals and tourists alike with two awesome locations.
The downtown location opened in 1996 with a diverse food and ceraft beer menu. In 2006, we added six handcrafted sodas to The Grizzly Paw family. Brewed with the same principle as our beer: our soda is brewed with fresh water and brewed by locals who care. All of our sodas utilize freshwater that streams out of the Canmore reservoir, cane sugar, and no caffeine.
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Iron Goat Pub & Grill
703 Benchlands TrailThe Grizzly Paw Pub & Brewing Company has become a landmark destination by locals and tourists alike with two awesome locations.
The downtown location opened in 1996 with a diverse food and ceraft beer menu. In 2006, we added six handcrafted sodas to The Grizzly Paw family. Brewed with the same principle as our beer: our soda is brewed with fresh water and brewed by locals who care. All of our sodas utilize freshwater that streams out of the Canmore reservoir, cane sugar, and no caffeine.
The Grizzly Paw Pub & Brewing Company has become a landmark destination by locals and tourists alike with an awesome second location. Building on the success of the downtown location for over 25 years, The Grizzly Paw opened a second location called “Tank310” on the third floor of our brewery in 2018. Embracing the craft beer culture, the executive chef has developed an approachable menu featuring Alberta beef, oven fired flatbreads, seasonally fresh salads along with savoury classics. The brewery has been gifted panoramic views of the Three Sisters, Ha Ling Peak and Mount Rundle that can be enjoyed from the restaurant or adjoining patio on the 3rd floor.
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Tank310
310 Old Canmore RdThe Grizzly Paw Pub & Brewing Company has become a landmark destination by locals and tourists alike with an awesome second location. Building on the success of the downtown location for over 25 years, The Grizzly Paw opened a second location called “Tank310” on the third floor of our brewery in 2018. Embracing the craft beer culture, the executive chef has developed an approachable menu featuring Alberta beef, oven fired flatbreads, seasonally fresh salads along with savoury classics. The brewery has been gifted panoramic views of the Three Sisters, Ha Ling Peak and Mount Rundle that can be enjoyed from the restaurant or adjoining patio on the 3rd floor.
Sheepdog brews all of their craft beers on-site. They are a small batch micro-brewery focused on quality ingredients, rotating beer styles and engaging the community. They brew ~500L per batchs which allows them the opportunity to offer a wide range of varieties for a multitude of tastes. As brewers, they like to be creative and brew different beers which is why they built their brewery with a true small-batch, handcrafted feel.
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Sheepdog Brewing
105 Bow Meadows CrescentSheepdog brews all of their craft beers on-site. They are a small batch micro-brewery focused on quality ingredients, rotating beer styles and engaging the community. They brew ~500L per batchs which allows them the opportunity to offer a wide range of varieties for a multitude of tastes. As brewers, they like to be creative and brew different beers which is why they built their brewery with a true small-batch, handcrafted feel.
Canmore Brewery has a bright and family-friendly tasting room, a retail area and small patio, open 6 days a week and located next to the Safeway on Railway Avenue.
In addition to their usual line up of beers, they also serve seasonal brews, pilot brews (their brewer’s latest small batch creations), and their brand new Beer Cocktails. Juice and San Pellegrino are in the self-serve case for designated drivers and youngsters.
The retail area carries Canmore Brewing branded road cycling kit, mountain bike jerseys, an assortment of tee shirts and flannels, hats, buffs, glassware and a rotating inventory of fun socks and novelty items. Perfect as souvenirs or gifts for your beer-loving friends and family.
Although their brewery does not have a kitchen, they do invite you to order a pizza to your table, bring your own picnic or check out their tasty snacks they serve in their tasting room.
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Canmore Brewing Company
1460 Railway AveCanmore Brewery has a bright and family-friendly tasting room, a retail area and small patio, open 6 days a week and located next to the Safeway on Railway Avenue.
In addition to their usual line up of beers, they also serve seasonal brews, pilot brews (their brewer’s latest small batch creations), and their brand new Beer Cocktails. Juice and San Pellegrino are in the self-serve case for designated drivers and youngsters.
The retail area carries Canmore Brewing branded road cycling kit, mountain bike jerseys, an assortment of tee shirts and flannels, hats, buffs, glassware and a rotating inventory of fun socks and novelty items. Perfect as souvenirs or gifts for your beer-loving friends and family.
Although their brewery does not have a kitchen, they do invite you to order a pizza to your table, bring your own picnic or check out their tasty snacks they serve in their tasting room.
Sightseeing
Canmore Caverns Ltd
129 Bow Meadows Crescent
Icefields Parkway
Icefields ParkwayGrassi Lakes
Upper Kananaskis Lake
Coffee Retreat!
Blondies Cafe
701 Bow Valley TrailBeamer's Coffee Bar
737 7 AveGood Earth Coffeehouse - Main Street Canmore
718 8 StJK Bakery Cafe (downtown)
1000 7 Ave