Activities & Attractions

THINGS TO DO WHILE VISITING Canmore

A multi-faceted destination, Banff National Park and Canmore, Alberta offer a year-round wonderland of attractions and recreational opportunities: cross-country skiing, white water rafting, kayaking, helicopter tours and world-class golf, are just some of what make Canmore the perfect vacation destination.

Get an aerial view of the majestic splendour of Banff National Park, Canmore, or Kananaskis Country on a helicopter sightseeing tour. Go on a unique underground exploration of Canmore caves. Take an unforgettable sled dog tour with your own team of huskies leading the way. From skiing to dining and everything in between, Solara Resort in Canmore is the ideal starting point to see and do it all.

Check out a few of our favourite things to do in Canmore, Alberta. Click on the images below to learn more about each activity:

RIVER TOURS

WHITE WATER RAFTING

HIKING

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

DISTILLERY TOURS

GOLFING

HORSEBACK RIDING

DOWNHILL SKIING

ESCAPE ROOMS

CAVE TOURS

DOG SLEDDING

HELICOPTER TOURS


canmore river adventures

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Take an expertly guided tour on the stunning glacial waters of the Bow with views of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains not seen from town. These family friendly tours are the perfect adventure for nature lovers of any age or ability.

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Bellstar guests save 10% off River Tours - Call 403.542.4396. to book.


Wild life distillery

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Unbelievably clean, sipping spirits. The founders of Wild Life have grown up exploring the Rocky Mountains of the Bow Valley. Through their craft vodka and gin production they open their hearts and lives to share insight into adventures past, present and those yet to come.

Bellstar Exclusive Discount

Bellstar guests save 20% off distillery tours and tastings. Call 403.678.2800 to book your tour.


Eureka banff escape room adventures

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Eureka escape room adventures is a fully immersive interactive puzzle room where you will need to work with your team to complete an objective in under 1 hour to win.

Rooms are themed and designed completely different, with no room having the same objective. You will need to figure out the puzzles in order to complete your task.

Bellstar Exclusive Discount

Bellstar guests save 10% off escape room bookings. Call (403)-762-8612 to book.


Canadian Rockies White Water Rafting

Experience white water rafting at Canadian Rockies Rafting. River rafting is a highlight of any summer trip to Canmore, Lake Louise, and Banff, and Canadian Rockies Rafting can plan the ideal whitewater adventure with a choice of half day, full, and multi-day river rafting trips for the whole family.


Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club

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Wherever golf ranks on your list of passions, high mountain courses are among the most spectacular and rewarding golf experiences in the world. The pinnacle of Canada’s mountain golf is Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club, consistently rated among the best golf experiences in the country. With breathtaking views of the Three Sisters, Cascade, Pigeon and Ha Ling Mountains, Stewart Creek is a course that no one who has had the opportunity to experience will soon forget.


Canmore cave tours

Canmore Cave Tours offer an underground adventure! Numerous tours of Rat's Nest Cave near Canmore, Alberta are offered year-round with varying lengths and activities from 2 hours to 14 hours. The alpine cave lies under Grotto Mountain and features more than 4 km of passages, which are generally mild in temperature. 


Kananaskis Hiking Trails

The Kananaskis region borders the town of Canmore and contains 9 provincial parks with countless trails for hiking, biking, and snowshoeing. Whether you’re looking for a quick hour walk or a whole day trek, you can find the trail that’s right for your adventure in Kananaskis. Please note that a conservation pass is now needed for the region, purchase one online here or ask the front desk for assistance.


Horseback Riding

Enjoy a horseback riding adventure at the Canadian Rockies Adventure Centre. See the Canadian Rockies on horseback rides that wander through alpine forests and rugged Bow Valley benchlands, which offer unforgettable mountain views.


Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours

Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours offer dog sledding adventures with a team of huskies through timeless valleys and across scenic bridges. En route to Snowy Owl, enjoy a charming stop at Goat Pond. At trip's end, a campfire, cookies and hot beverages await.


Cross Country Skiing

Enjoy cross country skiing on hundreds of kilometers of trails suited to all skill levels. For beginner skiers, hit the Banff Trail in Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park and Sheep Valley Provincial Park's Sandy McNabb cross-country trails. Intermediate and Expert skiers will discover challenges at the Evan Thomas Provincial Recreation Area. Click the button to view trail information.


Banff Mount Norquay Ski Resort

The Banff Mount Norquay Ski Resort has 28 runs, which are 85% covered by man-made snow. The ski area features a wide array of runs for almost all ski levels with 16% of runs rated expert, 28% rated difficult, 36% rated medium, and 20% of runs rated easy. Banff Mount Norquay offers a vertical drop of 503 meters/1,650 ft and night skiing from January to March.


Alpine helicopter sightseeing tours

Alpine Helicopter sightseeing tours provide rare and dazzling views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Featuring a facility for the comfort of tourists, the tours depart from the Canmore Municipal Heli-port which is adjacent to Banff National Park and located near the Three Sisters Peaks. All tours have a 2-passenger minimum.