WATERTON

& SOUTHERN ALBERTA ACCOMMODATION & TOURING / Alberta

Waterton Lakes Lodge Aspen Village

Waterton Lakes Lodge Resort is an 80 suite , full-service facility on four acres of land situated in the mountain village of Waterton Park . The resort is home to Vimy ' s Lounge & Grill restaurant and the only swimming pool in Waterton . The lodge has a variety of room types including simple hotel rooms with king beds and jetted tubs , standard rooms with two queen beds , and fully self-catering kitchenette units . The lodge is also proud to offer a small selection of pet-friendly rooms . Featuring a large recreation centre with fitness facility , indoor heated swimming pool , hot tub , steam room and sauna as well as three different on-site conference rooms , Waterton Lakes Lodge is the perfect location for meetings , events , family vacations and romantic getaways .

Located in the heart of the Waterton town site , Aspen Village provides the widest variety of hotel accommodations in Waterton Park . Offering guests clean , comfortable and newly-renovated rooms , Aspen is located just steps away from amenities such as golf , shopping , dining , tennis , playgrounds , trailheads to Waterton ’ s epic hikes and the beach at Waterton Lake . Aspen Village surrounds a large picnic area and common BBQ pit . Offering three selections of accommodations on one site , Aspen is comprised of motel rooms , private cabins and family-oriented cottages . In-room amenities include Wi-Fi access , coffee maker , hair dryer , heating unit , phone and TV with eight stations , and private three-piece bath . Kitchen units are fully stocked with all your cooking needs and equipped with a fridge .

Crandell Mountain Lodge Frank Slide Interpretive Centre

Crandell Mountain Lodge is a cozy country lodge ideal for travellers looking for a quaint experience in Waterton Lakes National Park . Crandell is one of Alberta ' s Charming Inns and its unique charm has been winning over guests since 1940 . Crandell Mountain Lodge has rooms with fireplaces , country décor and lots of character . All rooms at the Crandell Mountain Lodge have their own private bathrooms and are non-smoking and non-pet friendly . Please note that all second floor rooms are only accessible by stairs – if you have any special needs please let the agents know and they will be sure to accommodate you . With a peaceful common patio and fresh cookies at check-in , Crandell is the perfect place to relax while you explore Waterton National Park .

On April 29 , 1903 , thirty million cubic metres of limestone crashed from Turtle Mountain and buried part of the coal mining town of Frank . Feel the impact of the Frank Slide in an interactive and creative setting involving first-hand accounts by the people who lived through the destruction . Exhibits feature numerous audio-visual experiences , interactive computers , hands-on science-based displays , and an activity area for young children . The centre has two award-winning high definition presentations playing daily . Walking trails through the slide provide spectacular Rocky Mountain views and a closer look at the awesome power of nature . Located just over one kilometre off Highway Three in the Crowsnest Pass , two hours southwest of Calgary .

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Remington Carriage Museum Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

Visit one of the world ’ s finest museums of horse-drawn transportation ! The Remington Carriage Museum is located in Cardston , just 30 minutes east of Waterton Lakes National Park . The museum ’ s collection ranges from carriages and buggies to wagons and sleighs and all are beautifully displayed to tell the story of this bygone era . Guided tours and interactive displays make the stories come alive to create a great visitor experience . The Remington Carriage Museum also boasts a working stable , carriage rides in the summer , theatre , carriage restoration shop , cafeteria and a gift shop . The museum offers a look back in time that is enjoyed by all ages and is open daily year round with the exception of Christmas Eve , Christmas Day , New Years Day and Easter Sunday .

Listen to Blackfoot guides tell stories of the ancient buffalo hunting culture at this UNESCO World Heritage Site . Built right into the natural landscape , the awardwinning interpretive centre houses five levels of exhibits and explains how the Plains People organized complex communal buffalo hunts for almost 6,000 years as they lived off the land for their survival . Feel the beat of the native drumming and get up close to take a picture of your favourite dancer at the First Nations drumming and dance demonstrations every Wednesday in July and August . Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is located 90 minutes south of Calgary on secondary Highway 785 , near Fort Macleod . Open daily year round with the exception of Christmas Eve , Christmas Day , New Year ' s Day and Easter Sunday .

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ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.