Kananaskis Nordic Spa is a 50,000-square-foot wellness sanctuary located in Alberta’s stunning Kananaskis Valley. Set against the impressive Rocky Mountains, the spa invites guests to enjoy a restorative journey through its thoughtfully designed hydrotherapy experience. Central to the spa is the Nordic hydrotherapy circuit, a purposeful cycle of hot, warm, cold, and rest stages crafted to invigorate circulation, alleviate stress, and enhance sleep quality. Guests can freely explore five outdoor pools, each offering varying temperatures—from soothing hot pools to an inviting saltwater warm pool and refreshing cold plunge baths. Complementing these pools are steam cabins and saunas providing both dry and wet heat options. Between cycles, relaxation areas offer hammocks, heated lounge chairs, and fireside seating accompanied by captivating outdoor fire cauldrons. Here, guests can comfortably relax during the crisp winter months or enjoy the fresh alpine air throughout the year. The Two Trees Bistro serves health-focused cuisine and refreshing beverages, enriching the spa’s holistic wellness experience. For added indulgence, professional massage treatments are available in serene, dedicated treatment rooms, completing this comprehensive wellness retreat. Kananaskis Nordic Spa caters exclusively to adults (18+), emphasizing tranquility and serenity to ensure a rejuvenating atmosphere year-round. The spa’s vision is clear and purposeful—combining therapeutic waters, the healing warmth of heat therapies, and the calming influence of nature—to deliver guests an exceptional mountain wellness experience.

Our fabulous fondues and sizzling hot rock selections are available in 14 varieties including beef, buffalo, chicken, rattlesnake, lobster, shark, cheese and chocolate. Or for an alternative entrée, try wild game or Alberta Beef steaks. Appetizers include buffalo steak tartar and Swiss raclette- melted cheese.

At the Grizzly House enjoy a taste of the exotic- and the eclectic. Examine the rustic décor and you will find wood paneled walls, a wood carved bear, totem poles, bearskin rugs, a buffalo head and even a mannequin riding a motorcycle. Glance around the room and you will see working phones at every table- a legacy from the restaurant’s former incarnation as a disco nightclub. Sit back and listen to the non-stop 70s music. The Grizzly House is interactive and entertaining.

In the warmer months, have a seat on our front patio. Take in the spectacular mountain views. Or simply watch visitors from around the world and locals stroll by along Banff’s busy main street. Full food and beverage menus are available on the patio.

Admire views of the Canadian Rockies and prairies as you cruise across the turquoise-hued lake and over to Devil’s Gap during this boat tour. Scan the lakeshore for big-horned sheep, deer, bald eagles, and even the occasional bear. Along the way, learn about the indigenous people who used to call the surrounding area their home. A perfect excursion for nature lovers and families alike.

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Want to canoe on the turquoise blue waters of Lake Louise? Start your journey at the Boathouse and soak in the dramatic mountains and the Victoria Glacier as you paddle to the back of one of Canada’s most famous lakes.

The East End of Rundle hike is easily one of the most popular hikes near Canmore. It’s also the best effort to reward with breathtaking views of Spray Valley and Ha Ling Peak. Given its proximity to downtown Canmore and relative ease, it sees heavy foot traffic. It’s a beautiful hike that offers visitors astonishing views over Canmore, the Bow Valley, and Ha Ling Peak.

Length

5.6km (6.6 miles)

Duration

3 – 6 hours

Elevation

872m

Difficulty

Hard

The Banff Gondola promises gasp-worthy views of the Canadian Rockies. After an 8-minute ride to Sulphur Mountain’s 7,500-foot (2,286-meter) summit, visitors arrive at a complex with several viewing areas, interactive exhibits, and restaurants. Also here are hiking trailheads and access to an elevated boardwalk leading to Sanson’s Peak.

Ha Ling Peak is impossible to miss from downtown Canmore, and it is the most popular peak in the area to hike. Nearly every local in town has likely clambered up to its peak, and over the years, it has grown to be one of the most popular hikes in the Canadian Rockies.

Length: 7.9 km

Elevation Gain: 745 meters

Time Estimate: 2-5 hours

Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult

Banff Ave Brewing Co. was founded in 2010, five years after the opening of our sister brewpub Jasper Brewing Co., the first brewery in a Canadian National Park. On any given day (or night) in our brewpub you might be sitting next to a world-class snowboarder, clinking glasses with a winner of the Canadian Death Race, or chatting with a legendary rock climber who literally wrote the book on climbing. Banff Ave Brewing is a place where locals come to share the stories of their mountain experience and plan the next one, and where out-of-town visitors come to feel comfortable and soak in the real Banff (it’s as warm and inviting as the hot springs, but it smells like beer and pizza instead of sulfur). Banff Ave Brewing is a reflection of the community, and our success is driven by the love the locals have shown for us over the years. We love them back, and we share that love of Banff with the world through our products and brand experience.

The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company is comprised of a Brew Pub located in downtown Canmore and a recently constructed picturesque Brewery located at 310 Old Canmore Road. The brewery currently produces craft beer and soda and offers interactive tours on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and during most holidays.