Spring has arrived in the mountains, with green grass on the rolling hills of Kananaskis and flowers covering the slopes. In this guide, I’ve featured five of my favorite spring hikes that are just a little bit off the beaten path. We’ve all hiked Troll Falls and Heart Creek dozens of times, so I encourage you to choose one new hike this spring to complete with your family.
Summer can never come soon enough, and, by mid-May, we’re usually counting down the days until school gets out and we can go on vacation. While we patiently wait for the last day of classes, we try to plan fun weekend adventures – from hikes and bike rides, to day trips around the city to hold us over.
With mountain and foothills views, beautiful provincial parks, and two National Historic Sites, the scenic Cowboy Trail (Highway 22) is made for exploring! Whether you visit for the day or the weekend, several friendly communities and attractions are waiting to welcome you. Here are the top stops on the Cowboy Trail from Rocky Mountain House to Lundbreck.
The kids are back in school and life is busy, but that’s even more reason to set aside a few days this fall to spend some quality time together as a family. Plan an adventure, head out on a scenic drive, or plan a final picnic on a sunny afternoon (bonus points if there’s a lake with a beach).
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