Jocelyn’s Guide to the Canadian Rockies
Local and Neighbouring towns
A must see. Known for its emerald green glacier fed lake situated just steps outside the Fairmont Hotel. In the winter months I recommend a skate around the lake and tour through the magical ice sculptures. You can also take the walking trail around the lakeside or head up to the "Tea House" on a moderate climb upwards to take in the majestic views of the rugged mountain peaks. Take can take it a few steps further and hike the Plain of six glaciers or to the Bee Hive for top notch views. Hint: Parking can be challenging. Consider taking a bus from Banff.
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Lake Louise
Lake Louise Lakeshore TrailA must see. Known for its emerald green glacier fed lake situated just steps outside the Fairmont Hotel. In the winter months I recommend a skate around the lake and tour through the magical ice sculptures. You can also take the walking trail around the lakeside or head up to the "Tea House" on a moderate climb upwards to take in the majestic views of the rugged mountain peaks. Take can take it a few steps further and hike the Plain of six glaciers or to the Bee Hive for top notch views. Hint: Parking can be challenging. Consider taking a bus from Banff.
Kananaskis is located West and SouthWest of Calgary. With over 4000 km's of mountain parks and foothills to explore you are sure to find adventure and wildlife around every corner.
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Kananaskis
Kananaskis is located West and SouthWest of Calgary. With over 4000 km's of mountain parks and foothills to explore you are sure to find adventure and wildlife around every corner.
Canmore is a one of a kind mountain retreat. Climb a summit, explore the trails, hit the slopes or take to the water for your next epic adventure. It's charm and breathtaking views will be sure to keep you coming back time and time again. Canmore provides a nice sense of community and is often a little quieter than Banff with all the same perks!
Canmore, Alberta
Canmore is a one of a kind mountain retreat. Climb a summit, explore the trails, hit the slopes or take to the water for your next epic adventure. It's charm and breathtaking views will be sure to keep you coming back time and time again. Canmore provides a nice sense of community and is often a little quieter than Banff with all the same perks!
Sightseeing; The hot spots
Take to the sky for the best views around. Sightsee or take a heli hiking adventure in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. You can visit alpine helicopters from both the Canmore or Kananaskis location.
Alpine Helicopters Inc.
888 Nakoda WayTake to the sky for the best views around. Sightsee or take a heli hiking adventure in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. You can visit alpine helicopters from both the Canmore or Kananaskis location.
The "Big Head" was carved from blue granite with the help of Chinese craftsmen. The Big Head has become a symbol of the town since its installation in 2008. The community pitches in to help it accessorize. Hint: Recently since the covid pandemic the big head can spotted with a mask to help protect himself from his visitors.
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Big Head Sculpture
The "Big Head" was carved from blue granite with the help of Chinese craftsmen. The Big Head has become a symbol of the town since its installation in 2008. The community pitches in to help it accessorize. Hint: Recently since the covid pandemic the big head can spotted with a mask to help protect himself from his visitors.
You can access this trail near the big head sculpture off main street in Canmore. This short boardwalk is very scenic and great for bird watching.
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Policeman Creek
You can access this trail near the big head sculpture off main street in Canmore. This short boardwalk is very scenic and great for bird watching.
Водопады Боу
A powerful large waterfall on the Bow River.
A popular spot to stop and take your picture or a quick selfie when entering into the town of Banff! Tip: There is a beautiful trail called the Fenlands Trail which is located in close proximity to this sign.
Banff Town Sign
A popular spot to stop and take your picture or a quick selfie when entering into the town of Banff! Tip: There is a beautiful trail called the Fenlands Trail which is located in close proximity to this sign.
Just outside of Banff lies a chain of lakes. Standing on the shore offers a peek into a complete mountain ecosystem. Squirrels play in the trees around the lake, muskrats swim through the reeds, geese float on the water, and countless species of birdlife flit amongst the trees and across the water. Aspiring photographers, visit early or late in the day for a chance to share the shores with elusive moose as you soak up the view on the dock. Don’t forget your camera to capture a classic shot of Mount Rundle reflected in the lakes. This is located only 2.4 km from Banff townsite. A pleasant walk links up with Fenland Trail and leads back towards Banff. Or explore by bike, canoe, or standup paddleboard.
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Озера Вермилион
Just outside of Banff lies a chain of lakes. Standing on the shore offers a peek into a complete mountain ecosystem. Squirrels play in the trees around the lake, muskrats swim through the reeds, geese float on the water, and countless species of birdlife flit amongst the trees and across the water. Aspiring photographers, visit early or late in the day for a chance to share the shores with elusive moose as you soak up the view on the dock. Don’t forget your camera to capture a classic shot of Mount Rundle reflected in the lakes. This is located only 2.4 km from Banff townsite. A pleasant walk links up with Fenland Trail and leads back towards Banff. Or explore by bike, canoe, or standup paddleboard.
A beautiful bright blue glacier fed lake with roaring mountains set as a back drop. This is also the trail head for Sentinel Pass. If your timing is right in the Fall you can take the Larch Valley Trail to see these beautiful yellow Larches stand tall.
Tip: The parking lot at Moraine Lake fills up early in the morning. Once it fills up, the park closes the road and makes people utilize the shuttle to reach the lake. See Roam transit for more information of shuttles.
Озеро Морейн
A beautiful bright blue glacier fed lake with roaring mountains set as a back drop. This is also the trail head for Sentinel Pass. If your timing is right in the Fall you can take the Larch Valley Trail to see these beautiful yellow Larches stand tall.
Tip: The parking lot at Moraine Lake fills up early in the morning. Once it fills up, the park closes the road and makes people utilize the shuttle to reach the lake. See Roam transit for more information of shuttles.
The enchanting stone pathways of Banff’s very own secret garden wind through terraced gardens brimming with vibrant flowers, cascading ponds and wooden gazebos polished by the hands of time. A visit here offers a glimpse into history as much as a visual feast for the eyes. The Cascade of Time Gardens, and the heritage-status Parks Administration Building above them, were built nearly a century ago with thoughtfulness and dedication that is still evident today. A look back towards downtown offers a picture-perfect view of Cascade Mountain standing proudly over Banff Avenue.
Каскад сада Time Garden
Cave AvenueThe enchanting stone pathways of Banff’s very own secret garden wind through terraced gardens brimming with vibrant flowers, cascading ponds and wooden gazebos polished by the hands of time. A visit here offers a glimpse into history as much as a visual feast for the eyes. The Cascade of Time Gardens, and the heritage-status Parks Administration Building above them, were built nearly a century ago with thoughtfulness and dedication that is still evident today. A look back towards downtown offers a picture-perfect view of Cascade Mountain standing proudly over Banff Avenue.
Takakkaw Falls is a waterfall located in Yoho National Park, near Field, British Columbia in Canada. They are the second tallest falls in Canada. The falls have a total height of 373 metres.
Takakkaw Falls Parking Lot
Takakkaw Falls is a waterfall located in Yoho National Park, near Field, British Columbia in Canada. They are the second tallest falls in Canada. The falls have a total height of 373 metres.
For well over 10,000 years, the deep waters of Lake Minnewanka have held the respect and high regard of those who have visited and lived upon its wild shores. Known to the Stoney Nakoda First Nations people as Minn-waki or “Lake of the Spirits,” the lakeshore holds archeological sites with documented artifacts from as long as 14,000 years ago. Pro Tip: Learn about the human and natural history of the lake by taking one of the cruises offered by Banff Jasper Collection May-October or simply explore by foot along the lakeshore trail that leads to Stewart Canyon. Parking can be challenging, consider taking ROAM transit.
Lake Minnewanka Parking Lot
For well over 10,000 years, the deep waters of Lake Minnewanka have held the respect and high regard of those who have visited and lived upon its wild shores. Known to the Stoney Nakoda First Nations people as Minn-waki or “Lake of the Spirits,” the lakeshore holds archeological sites with documented artifacts from as long as 14,000 years ago. Pro Tip: Learn about the human and natural history of the lake by taking one of the cruises offered by Banff Jasper Collection May-October or simply explore by foot along the lakeshore trail that leads to Stewart Canyon. Parking can be challenging, consider taking ROAM transit.
ACTIVEities
The Canmore Nordic Centre is a world class facility built in 1988 for the Calgary Winter Olympics. It has many cross country, biking and hiking trails to explore along with a disc golf course. Trail Sports store located at the Centre offers ski, mountain bike, fat tire bike and snowshoe rentals. You can also sign up for a lesson from the pro's if you are new to the sport.
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Canmore Nordic Centre station
The Canmore Nordic Centre is a world class facility built in 1988 for the Calgary Winter Olympics. It has many cross country, biking and hiking trails to explore along with a disc golf course. Trail Sports store located at the Centre offers ski, mountain bike, fat tire bike and snowshoe rentals. You can also sign up for a lesson from the pro's if you are new to the sport.
Rejuvenate with hydrotherpy. Get a little R&R by lounging in the spa baths, saunas and steam rooms. Relax around a fire pit or in a hammock while soaking up the views. Finish off in the exfoliation cabin to leave your skin feeling ultra smooth.
Tip: Get a massage to recharge those muscles after playing in the mountains. Getting a spa treatment will allow you access to the hydrotherapy pools at no charge. Always confirm this when booking your treatment. Be sure to stop by the bistro while you are there. The food is delicious.
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Kananaskis Nordic Spa
1 Centennial DrRejuvenate with hydrotherpy. Get a little R&R by lounging in the spa baths, saunas and steam rooms. Relax around a fire pit or in a hammock while soaking up the views. Finish off in the exfoliation cabin to leave your skin feeling ultra smooth.
Tip: Get a massage to recharge those muscles after playing in the mountains. Getting a spa treatment will allow you access to the hydrotherapy pools at no charge. Always confirm this when booking your treatment. Be sure to stop by the bistro while you are there. The food is delicious.
Canmore Caverns Ltd
129 Bow Meadows CrescentTry a wild caving adventure in Rat's Nest Cave.
Norquay is a special place that has so much to offer. Hit the slopes for a downhill ski, slide down the slopes at the tube park, hike or take a scenic chairlift ride to the top and enjoy some food and beverages at the Cliffhouse Bistro. If you want to feel on top of the world explore the mountains Via Feratta style on a secure guided climbing route.
Tip: This is a great family friendly ski resort. It offers something for the whole family.
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Маунт-Норквей
2 Mt Norquay RdNorquay is a special place that has so much to offer. Hit the slopes for a downhill ski, slide down the slopes at the tube park, hike or take a scenic chairlift ride to the top and enjoy some food and beverages at the Cliffhouse Bistro. If you want to feel on top of the world explore the mountains Via Feratta style on a secure guided climbing route.
Tip: This is a great family friendly ski resort. It offers something for the whole family.
When the weather isn't cooperating Elevation Place is a great facility to utilize. It offers a great climbing gym, pool, fitness room, library and art gallery. Tip: Childcare is available at the Little Bear's Den.
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Elevation Place
700 Railway AveWhen the weather isn't cooperating Elevation Place is a great facility to utilize. It offers a great climbing gym, pool, fitness room, library and art gallery. Tip: Childcare is available at the Little Bear's Den.
Take a tour through the sanctuary to see these fascinating wolfdogs. The sanctuary was created to drive public awareness and education surrounding wolfdogs and wolves in the wild.
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Санктуарий Ямнуска Вульфдог
263156 Range Rd 53Take a tour through the sanctuary to see these fascinating wolfdogs. The sanctuary was created to drive public awareness and education surrounding wolfdogs and wolves in the wild.
Explore one of many local canyons by engaging in rappelling, waterfall jumping and slides. A guaranteed thrill.
Bow Valley Canyon Tour
42 Lac Des Arcs DrExplore one of many local canyons by engaging in rappelling, waterfall jumping and slides. A guaranteed thrill.
Part Scavenger Hunt, Part Escape Room , Part Amazing Race. A fun way to challenge your brain cells.
Mystery Towns
Part Scavenger Hunt, Part Escape Room , Part Amazing Race. A fun way to challenge your brain cells.
Hike or take the gondola up Sulphur mountain for breathtaking views. Tip: If you are feeling a bit peckish stop at Sky Bistro for some fine distinctly Canadian fare.
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Banff Gondola
100 Mountain AveHike or take the gondola up Sulphur mountain for breathtaking views. Tip: If you are feeling a bit peckish stop at Sky Bistro for some fine distinctly Canadian fare.
Get your boots on and head to the stampede for a good old fashion Rodeo. The country music scene here at stampede is strong with daily concerts and a hopping midway. The Greatest Outdoor show on earth is a must see! Tip: Take the self guided food passport challenge. Try 10 of the 14 selected new foods to get a food badge and your name entered into a grand prize draw.
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Калгари Стампид
1410 Olympic Way SEGet your boots on and head to the stampede for a good old fashion Rodeo. The country music scene here at stampede is strong with daily concerts and a hopping midway. The Greatest Outdoor show on earth is a must see! Tip: Take the self guided food passport challenge. Try 10 of the 14 selected new foods to get a food badge and your name entered into a grand prize draw.
Ride horse back, in a carriage or sleigh all while sightseeing and taking in the views of the town or outback.
Warner Stables - Banff Trail Riders
100 Sundance RdRide horse back, in a carriage or sleigh all while sightseeing and taking in the views of the town or outback.
Lively spot featuring a bowling alley, pool tables, over 40 craft beers on tap and NYC-style pizza.
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High Rollers
110 Banff AveLively spot featuring a bowling alley, pool tables, over 40 craft beers on tap and NYC-style pizza.
This hub was created for the 1988 Winter Olympics. This ski area offers many expert cross country ski trails. In the winter take your fat bike out on the trails or try snowshoeing. In the summer you can hike, trail run or bike these world renown trails.
Канмор Нордик Сентр
This hub was created for the 1988 Winter Olympics. This ski area offers many expert cross country ski trails. In the winter take your fat bike out on the trails or try snowshoeing. In the summer you can hike, trail run or bike these world renown trails.
For well over 10,000 years, the deep waters of Lake Minnewanka have held the respect and high regard of those who have visited and lived upon its wild shores. Known to the Stoney Nakoda First Nations people as Minn-waki or “Lake of the Spirits,” the lakeshore holds archeological sites with documented artifacts from as long as 14,000 years ago. Pro Tip: Learn about the human and natural history of the lake by taking one of the cruises offered by Banff Jasper Collection May-October or simply explore by foot along the lakeshore trail that leads to Stewart Canyon. Parking can be challenging, consider taking ROAM transit.
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Lake Minnewanka Cruise
Lake Minnewanka Scenic DriveFor well over 10,000 years, the deep waters of Lake Minnewanka have held the respect and high regard of those who have visited and lived upon its wild shores. Known to the Stoney Nakoda First Nations people as Minn-waki or “Lake of the Spirits,” the lakeshore holds archeological sites with documented artifacts from as long as 14,000 years ago. Pro Tip: Learn about the human and natural history of the lake by taking one of the cruises offered by Banff Jasper Collection May-October or simply explore by foot along the lakeshore trail that leads to Stewart Canyon. Parking can be challenging, consider taking ROAM transit.
Rent a paddle board and hit up the crew for the best spots in Canmore/Banff to paddle.
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Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding
1430 Bow Valley TrailRent a paddle board and hit up the crew for the best spots in Canmore/Banff to paddle.
Raft the Rivers of the Bow Valley in confidence with expert raft guides. Known for their dog sled tours by winter, this company also likes to take you out "doggie paddle."
White Wolf Rafting
Raft the Rivers of the Bow Valley in confidence with expert raft guides. Known for their dog sled tours by winter, this company also likes to take you out "doggie paddle."
Golf
Golf or try you hand at curling at the Canmore Golf and Curling Club. Beat my husbands course record of 63 and your night's stay will be on us!
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Canmore Golf & Curling Club
2000 8 AveGolf or try you hand at curling at the Canmore Golf and Curling Club. Beat my husbands course record of 63 and your night's stay will be on us!
A championship course with plenty of wild life sightings make this course one of a kind. Beat my husbands course record of 63 and your night's stay will be on us!
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Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club
4100 Stewart Creek DrA championship course with plenty of wild life sightings make this course one of a kind. Beat my husbands course record of 63 and your night's stay will be on us!
This picturesque mountainous course will have you up and down on a rollercoaster of a round. Be sure to stop at the 19th hole for a beverage after your round. Nothing beats these views.
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Гольф-клуб Silvertip
2000 Silvertip TrailThis picturesque mountainous course will have you up and down on a rollercoaster of a round. Be sure to stop at the 19th hole for a beverage after your round. Nothing beats these views.
Enjoy a scenic round here and hit the nordic spa on your way home for added pleasure.
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Гольф-клуб Кананаскис Кантри
1 Lorette RoadEnjoy a scenic round here and hit the nordic spa on your way home for added pleasure.
Disc golf with the Three Sister's Mountain Range towering above. Tip: Switching Gear or Sport's Experts are great places to pick disc should you need one!
Three Sisters Disc Golf Course
Riva HeightsDisc golf with the Three Sister's Mountain Range towering above. Tip: Switching Gear or Sport's Experts are great places to pick disc should you need one!
Looking to get in a round of golf on a winter or rainy day, check out CanGolf. It has multiple golf simulators and plenty of great food specials.
CanGOLF
Looking to get in a round of golf on a winter or rainy day, check out CanGolf. It has multiple golf simulators and plenty of great food specials.
Ski Resorts
Downhill ski or snowboard at my favourite resort. Voted best snow in Canada with three mountains of diverse terrain. Tip: Go up the divide chairlift and experience riding from Alberta to BC and back all in one ride.
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Саншайн Виллидж
Downhill ski or snowboard at my favourite resort. Voted best snow in Canada with three mountains of diverse terrain. Tip: Go up the divide chairlift and experience riding from Alberta to BC and back all in one ride.
Just minutes from the village of Lake Louise this resort is one of the largest and most scenic resorts in North America. It encompasses 4200 acres spread across 4 mountain faces. Beginner, intermediate and advanced runs are available from every chair. With fantastic scenery and beautiful terrain, you don't have to ski to see these world famous views.
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Горнолыжный курорт Лейк-Луиз
1 Whitehorn RdJust minutes from the village of Lake Louise this resort is one of the largest and most scenic resorts in North America. It encompasses 4200 acres spread across 4 mountain faces. Beginner, intermediate and advanced runs are available from every chair. With fantastic scenery and beautiful terrain, you don't have to ski to see these world famous views.
A great family friendly ski resort with a tube park for added fun.
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Горнолыжный курорт Накиска
2 Mt Allan DrA great family friendly ski resort with a tube park for added fun.
The original ski resort of the Canadian Rockies. Mount Norquay is a whole mountain of fun with options for skiing/snowboarding and tubing.
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Маунт-Норквей
2 Mt Norquay RdThe original ski resort of the Canadian Rockies. Mount Norquay is a whole mountain of fun with options for skiing/snowboarding and tubing.
The Arts
This community Arts centre is where its at. A space where residents and visitors can gather to enjoy arts and culture events. You can experience live performances including music, comedy and theatre, and try a your hand at what just might be your newest favourite hobby. Tip: My favourite events are the comedy shows. I also have enjoyed the ceramics, paint night and hope to take a photography course here soon.
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artsPlace Canmore
950 8 AveThis community Arts centre is where its at. A space where residents and visitors can gather to enjoy arts and culture events. You can experience live performances including music, comedy and theatre, and try a your hand at what just might be your newest favourite hobby. Tip: My favourite events are the comedy shows. I also have enjoyed the ceramics, paint night and hope to take a photography course here soon.
Fallen leaf gallery
822 8 StUnique art from top Canadian artists.
You can't walk by this main street gallery without stopping in for a peak!
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Avens Gallery
101-710 8 StYou can't walk by this main street gallery without stopping in for a peak!
Sleek gallery featuring paintings and wood carvings by the contemporary Canadian artist, Jason Carter.
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Галерея и театр Картера-Райана
705 8 StSleek gallery featuring paintings and wood carvings by the contemporary Canadian artist, Jason Carter.
Get creative and paint your own piece of pottery. Tip: Take home kits available. Be sure to ask prior to painting when the Kiln will be fired to ensure that your work of art will be ready for you to take home!
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Crock A Doodle Canmore
300 Old Canmore RdGet creative and paint your own piece of pottery. Tip: Take home kits available. Be sure to ask prior to painting when the Kiln will be fired to ensure that your work of art will be ready for you to take home!
The best wildlife photography in the Valley. Simple yet so captivating. It leaves nothing and everything to the imagination.
Brandon T. Brown Wilderness Gallery
820 8 StThe best wildlife photography in the Valley. Simple yet so captivating. It leaves nothing and everything to the imagination.
The Banff Centre facilitates Arts and Creativity. The centre hosts many different events throughout the year including concerts, theatre and dance performances. Tip: My personal favourite event is the International Film Festival which is a series of films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, environment, adventure and exploration.
Banff Centre Theatres station
The Banff Centre facilitates Arts and Creativity. The centre hosts many different events throughout the year including concerts, theatre and dance performances. Tip: My personal favourite event is the International Film Festival which is a series of films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, environment, adventure and exploration.
Shops
Natural soap and bath products handcrafted from locally sourced ingredients in the Canadian Rockies. Tip: These soaps make for great souvenirs. You can shop their soap line by province. The Alberta scent is Pine and Fir.
O'Canada Soapworks Ltd.
17 8 StNatural soap and bath products handcrafted from locally sourced ingredients in the Canadian Rockies. Tip: These soaps make for great souvenirs. You can shop their soap line by province. The Alberta scent is Pine and Fir.
This store has lots of unique gifts. You are sure to have a good chuckle while walking through this store. I promise you wont leave empty handed.
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The Tin Box
637 8 StThis store has lots of unique gifts. You are sure to have a good chuckle while walking through this store. I promise you wont leave empty handed.
100% natural, toxin free skin care company with locations in both Canmore and Banff. Tip: Join the toxin free club for exclusive benefits. You can also tour the Canmore workshop to see how all the products are made. You receive a 20 dollar gift card with the purchase of a tour ticket. With a deal like that, you cant go wrong. This soap is featured throughout our Bed and Breakfast!
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Rocky Mountain Soap Company
204 Banff Ave100% natural, toxin free skin care company with locations in both Canmore and Banff. Tip: Join the toxin free club for exclusive benefits. You can also tour the Canmore workshop to see how all the products are made. You receive a 20 dollar gift card with the purchase of a tour ticket. With a deal like that, you cant go wrong. This soap is featured throughout our Bed and Breakfast!
The best book store in town. Tip: At the back of the store you there is a small door to enter into another small intimate space with used books for sale and a classic english cafe experience.
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Cafe Books Ltd
826 8 StThe best book store in town. Tip: At the back of the store you there is a small door to enter into another small intimate space with used books for sale and a classic english cafe experience.
This shop represents nearly 150 makers, craftsmen and women, and artists from all across Alberta. It features everything from home decor and art, to bath and body, men's grooming products, baby items, jewelry, gifts, and more. Gift yourself with a one of a kind Alberta gem.
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Alberta's Own Marketplace
826 8 StreetThis shop represents nearly 150 makers, craftsmen and women, and artists from all across Alberta. It features everything from home decor and art, to bath and body, men's grooming products, baby items, jewelry, gifts, and more. Gift yourself with a one of a kind Alberta gem.
Canmore Tea Company
737 7 AveAn array of tea's to sip after a day in the mountains.
Trend Fashions Ltd
737 8 StIf you are feeling thrifty check out this shop for the latest trends.