This trail is one of two distinctly different routes to the shallow, aquamarine Grassi Lakes. Approximately 100m from the trailhead, there is a fork with signage indicating an easier route and a more difficult one. The easier trail to the right is called Grassi Lake Upper and follows an old road through dense forest. The more difficult route to the left is the Grassi Lake Interpretive and climbs gradually through forested terrain before reaching a very steep section with excellent views of a waterfall and the town of Canmore. Length: 1.9 km Elevation: 125m/410 ft

*A Kananaskis Conservation pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley*

Kananaskis Conservation Pass | Alberta.ca

Glenbow Ranch is 3,200 acres of native fescue grassland and an active cattle ranch. Enjoy stunning vistas, rolling hills, and spot the occasional cowboy as you explore nearly 40 kms of paved and shale path – all a stones throw from Calgary and Cochrane.

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Ghost reservoir provides an ideal backdrop for all kinds of water sports and is conveniently located only minutes west of Cochrane, Alberta.

Whether you are looking for a great place to fish or sail you will find this deep and wide lake a perfect place to explore and get away from it all.

A day use area overlooking a scenic lake in the Little Elbow Provincial Recreation Area.

There’s plenty of parking available as well as outdoor toilets, which are also located near the parking lot.

You’ll have to unload your gear and take a short stroll to get to the pond, but it’s not too arduous. Once there, stake your claim to one of the sites with picnic tables and BBQ pits.

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near Lac des Arcs, Alberta. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Great for families or anybody looking for a nice and mostly easy hike.

A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to visit this provincial park for recreation and day-use purposes. Information about where to purchase day/multi-day/annual passes can be found here: https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/evan-thomas-pra/

Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary offers a variety of tours to the public. The purpose of our tours is to educate the public on wolfdogs and raise awareness regarding wolf conservation. All proceeds from the tours directly fund the Sanctuary and its continued rescue efforts.

Since 1948, MacKay’s Ice Cream has proudly served its locally made, premium ice cream to customers from around the world. As a part of Cochrane’s Historic Downtown, we offer locals and visitors alike a unique menu of ice cream flavours.

Adam’s favourite flavour -> Black Cherry

Jen’s favourite flavour -> Chocolate Fudge Chunk

Half Hitch Brewing Company is a family owned and operated restaurant and brewery located in Cochrane.

Our Papa Bear Prairie Ale is an ale made with all Canadian grains. Taking the gold medal in the 2018 Alberta Beer Awards, it sets the bar on what a Canadian Cereal Ale should be. Like all good Canadians, this ale is easily approachable.

We are not a tall room filled with leather bound books. We are a studio. A place to move and sweat. We are a retreat, a community!

A movement through movement. The Study brings these pillars of Movement & Wellness to the Cochrane community! At The Study our goal is to ensure that every person leaves with that 'ahhhhh' feeling - the refreshing taste of pure bliss.

Come check out Jenna’s favourite place to sweat it out! The Study offers spin, yoga, barre, Pilates, circuit and mat classes! All levels welcome 🤗

P.S. The Study offers a 7 day intro pass to new guests for only $25 !!

Canmore is located about an hours drive from Cochrane. It is definitely worth a day trip! Tons of activities to choose from or just have a wander around the town center.

You will not need a pass for a day that you spend entirely in Canmore or if you travel to other areas of Alberta that are not in a National Park. You will however need a Kananaskis Conservation Pass if you plan on traveling to Kananaskis Country or the Bow Valley Corridor.

Just another 10 minutes more from Canmore, Banff is an absolute MUST SEE while visiting the Rocky Mountains.

Some ideas provided in the link below!

Banff Top Tours & Activities (viator.com)

A national park pass is required for entry!

Your pass will give you access to all of Banff’s incredible attractions and activities. Whether it’s venturing along the mountain trails, visiting Lake Louise, or exploring the historic town, with your pass in hand, you’ll get access to the best of the best!