One-day itinerary - Crowsnest Pass
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Getting To Crowsnest Pass
Did you know that you can bike in Crowsnest Pass? Learn more here.Drive from Calgary: It’s about a 2 ½-hour drive south on the AB-2
Drive from Edmonton: It’s about a 5 ½-hour drive south on the AB-2 S.
Drive from Lethbridge: It’s about a 2-hour drive west on the AB-3 W and Crowsnest Hwy.
Fly from Vancouver: It’s about a 1 ½-hour flight from Vancouver International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport (Cranbrook) with Pacific Coastal Airlines, and then about a 2 ½-hour drive west on the BC-3 E.
Fly from Kelowna: It’s about a one-hour flight from Kelowna International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport with Pacific Coastal Airlines, and then about a 2 ½-hour drive west on the BC-3 E.
Morning – Fill up on good food and fresh coffee at Stone’s Throw Café
With an action-packed day ahead, you’ll definitely want to fuel up. Check out Stone’s Throw Café, a favourite among locals, located in Blairmore. The café has a huge menu including all-day breakfast and fresh-baked sweet treats.
Mid-morning – Go one an exciting bike tour with Crowsnest Mountain at your side
Starting in the community of Blairmore, rent an bike and head out on an unforgettable tour of Crownest Pass. Start along the Community Trail, a 23-km trail connecting the five communities that make up the Crowsnest Pass. While a 23-km trek may seem daunting, the electric boost from the bike takes a lot of work out of pedalling. Along the way, you’ll be up close with Crowsnest Mountain, towering over you in the background.
Afternoon – Continue your ride through Frank
Next, head east through the community of Frank. Turtle Mountain, Canada’s largest rockslide, is a colossal sight looming next to the trail. As your bike tour comes to an end, gear up for a hike with spectacular views of the continental divide.
Late-afternoon – Explore the biodiversity on the trails of Pass Powderkeg
Explore the quiet, uncrowded hiking trails of Pass Powderkeg. The trails are lined with fragrant wildflowers, many species of trees and plants, and offer breathtaking views of the Continental Divide of the Alberta-British Columbia border.
Evening – Enjoy an expertly curated sunset dinner
After a busy day filled with physical activity, sit down for a sunset-lit dinner at Pass Powderkeg Lodge in Blairmore. Seated on a patio overlooking a valley, enjoy a family-style meal created by local Chef Alejandro Verdi.
If you go:
Begin planning your trip to Crowsnest Pass via the Travel Alberta website.
Did you know that you can bike in Crowsnest Pass? Learn more here.
Uncover more adventures in the Canadian Rockies. Check out ZenSeekers' #RockiesExploring Expedition page to see how you can have an adventure like this.
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