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Welcome to Waterton Lakes National Park
“One of the World’s Top Destinations for 2009”
“The least travelled of Alberta’s Rocky Mountain
Parks and quite possibly the most spectacular.”
­— Frommers Travel Guides
“Where the Mountains Meet the Prairies”
Nature
Tucked away in the very southwest corner of Alberta, Waterton has been
called the most stunning of the Rocky Mountain Parks. Whether you’re
a backcountry enthusiast, or someone who’d rather curl up with a good
book, Waterton lets you bask in the glory of the Rockies: deep blue lakes,
abundant wildlife, and incredible vistas from both land and water. The
meeting of rolling prairie and lofty mountains found in Waterton Lakes
National Park provides a contrast unique in the Canadian National Park
system. The mountain/prairie contact creates an unusual combination of
habitats and species. About 55% of Alberta’s wildflower species can be
found in Waterton, including many plants considered rare in Canada.
Wapiti, mule deer and bighorn sheep are commonly seen and both grizzly
and black bears are found in the Park.
Waterton’s 525 square kilometres (203 sq. miles) have a unique geologic
history, including the oldest exposed sedimentary rock in the Rockies.
Glacial landforms, abundant lakes, streams and waterfalls add variety to
a landscape providing many opportunities for recreation and reflection.
Culture
Human use of the Waterton area has a long history extending back
10,000 years. Many natural resources attracted aboriginal peoples,
contributed to a rich past with over 200 archaeological sites identified in
the Park.
Early European explorers and settlers also left their mark on the area.
Lt. Thomas Blakiston, a member of the famous Palliser Expedition and
one of the area’s earliest explorers, named the lakes after 19th century
naturalist Charles Waterton.
To protect this diversity of history, archaeology, wildlife and landforms,
the area was set aside as a park in 1895, largely due to the efforts of local
rancher Frederick Godsal. John George “Kootenai” Brown, the Park’s first
European settler, became its first park official.
The discovery of oil in the Park around the turn of the 20th century
led to the drilling of Western Canada’s first producing oil well, recognized
as a national historic site located along the Akamina parkway. A second
national historic site in the park is the dramatically-placed Prince of
Wales Hotel, so designated for its unique architecture and its place in the
development of national park tourism.
International Designations
Initiated by the Rotary Clubs of Alberta and Montana, Waterton Lakes
and Glacier National Parks were designated in 1932 as the world’s first
International Peace Park, commemorating the long friendship between
the United States and Canada. The International Peace Park has evolved
to represent the need for cooperation between nations, in a world where
the sharing of resources and ecosystems is a reality. In 1995, UNESCO
designated the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park a World
Heritage Site. Both Parks have also been designated Biosphere Reserves
by the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere program. This program is
designed to provide information about the intimate relationship between
people and their environment.
Parks Canada and the Waterton Park Chamber of
Commerce and Visitors Association welcome you to
Waterton Lakes National Park, the Canadian portion of the
internationally acclaimed Waterton-Glacier International
Peace Park, a World Heritage Site.
World
Heritage
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Table of Contents
My Waterton Website. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Events and Things to Do. . . . . .
Park Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scenic Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hikes and Strolls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horseback Riding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cycling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boat Rentals/Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wonders of Waterton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waterton Year Round . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waterton Early On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Art in the Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alberta Southwest/Southwest Alberta.
Village Map and Service Directory. . . . .
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Getting Here
Airports and car rentals at Calgary and Lethbridge, Alberta; Kalispell
and Great Falls, Montana
Post Office: All mail sent from Canada must carry Canadian postage,
available at the Waterton Post office and from local businesses.
Open Year Round
Carway, Alberta and Peigan, Montana
Year Round: 7:00am – 11:00pm Daily
Seasonal (Mid May – October 1)
Chief Mountain, Alberta and Montana
May 15 – 31 9:00am – 6:00pm
June 1 – Labour Day 7:00am – 11:00pm
Tuesday following Labour Day – September 30 9:00am – 6:00pm
Good to know…
Waterton Park Information: 403.859.5133
www.MyWaterton.ca
Parks Canada Campground Information: 1.877.737.3783
www.parkscanada.pc.gc.ca
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Head-Smashed-In
Buffalo Jump
Crowsnest
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BRITISH COLUMBIA
Lethbridge
Fort
Macleod
Frank Slide
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Red Rock
Canyon
Waterton
Roosville
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Remington Carriage Museum
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WATERTON-GLACIER Mountain
INTERNATIONAL PEACE PARK Many
Going-To-The
-Sun Road
Polebridge
Cardston
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WATERTON LAKES
NATIONAL PARK
Port of Piegan
MONTANA
Babb BLACKFEET NATION
Blackfeet
Reservation
St. Mary
St. Mary’s
Lake
GLACIER
NATIONAL
West PARK
Glacier
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Falls
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Carway
Glacier
Lake McDonald
Whitefish
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Fort Steele
264 km (159 mi. or approx. 2½ hour drive ) from Calgary, AB.
130 km (78 mi. or approx. 1¼ hour drive) from Lethbridge, AB.
60 km (40 mi. or approx. ¾ hour drive) from Glacier National Park
St. Mary, Montana entrance.
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Kalispell
© Trail of the Great Bear Publications
Don’t Forget Your Passport
Please be advised that The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative
(WHTI) requires U.S. and Canadian travelers to present a passport or other
document that denotes identity and citizenship when entering the U.S.
The Waterton Visitor Guide is produced by the Waterton
Chamber of Commerce and Visitors association with
assistance from the Trail of Great Bear publications.
Special thanks for contributions from Chris McKnight,
Chris Morrison, Len Grant, Allen Gibson, Inkstone Design,
Jarom Scott, Lee Weighill, Warwick Printing, Scott Ross,
David Thomas, Jackie Velcoff. S.
Lots of wildlife and easy to see. The autumn Elk mating season is
considered to be Alberta’s most spectacular wildlfife viewing event,
a highlight at the annual September Waterton Wildlife Week.
Provided by Trail of the Great Bear Publications ~ photo: Douglas Leighton
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The Annual Waterton Experience Contest.
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Favorite Things to See and Do
Photo: Edwin Knox
Special Events
Waterton Wildflower Festival June
• Hike the High Country
A week-long learning adventure held mid-June,
flower walks, photography, art. Magnificent
diversity of flowers.
www.watertonwildflowers.com
• Stroll the rim - Red Rock Canyon
• Count Bears on Red Rock Parkway
• Cross the border on the International boat cruise
Canada Day July 1st
Admission to national parks is free on Canada
Day. Community events-Activities for kids!
Canada’s Parks Day July
Parks Day is a national day dedicated to parks
and historic sites across the country.
www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/waterton
• AHHH Spa!
Feel The Mist - Cameron Falls
• See Bison upclose
• Paddle Cameron Lake
• Play 18 on the championship golf course
Pat’s Annual “Show ‘N Shine” August Dozens of hot cars and trucks on the ballpark in
the heart of the village. Prizes!
• Tea at the Prince of Wales
• Catch a trout at Crandell Lake
Pedal Around Town
• Laugh and Learn at a Parks Interpretive Show
• Gaze at the stars
• Photograph wild orchids
• Ride a beautiful horse across the grasslands
• Birding at the Maskinonge
Photo: Sue Ober
• Enjoy an ice cream on a village stroll
Family Fun Playpark
Waterton Wildlife Week September
Coincides with the fabulous elk rut. Thousand
of animals on Blakiston flats. Photography
workshops, wildlife viewing.
www.trailofthegreatbear.com
The Waterton Natural
History Association
Special events and programs happen summer
and fall, including a mid-summer ‘Moonlight
Cruise’ down the lake. www.wnha.ca
Relax - Lakeside
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Scenic Drives on Scenic Parkways
Exploring Waterton along its scenic parkways is an adventure waiting to
unfold. From stunning scenic vistas to free roaming wildlife, nature is there for
you at your own time and pace. Early morning and evening is a good time to see
wildlife as animals are most active at these times of day.
Akamina Parkway
Begins at the village and runs 16 km (10 mi.) up the Cameron Valley to
glacier formed Cameron Lake. The parkway gains elevation as it rises above
the Waterton Valley and alongside the deep Cameron Creek canyon. Forested
mountain views, a creekside picnic shelter and backcountry trailheads are
along this route. Discovery Well National Historic Site is found here which
commemorates Western Canada’s first producing oil well. The continental
divide parallels the roadway and the boundaries of Alberta, British Columbia
and Montana converge at Cameron Lake. Open in winter for access to Nordic
skiing and snowshoeing.
Red Rock Parkway
Meanders 15 km (9 mi.) over rolling prairie through the Blakiston Valley.
Best illustrates “where the mountains meet the prairie”. The roadway is access
to Crandell Campground. The Parkway follows the ancient Buffalo Trail used by
First Nations hunting parties for the past 10,000 years. Learn more at roadside
exhibits along the way. Dramatic views of Mt. Blakiston the Park’s highest
mountain 2940 m/9645 ft are complimented by strikingly colored red and green
rocks. Red Rock Canyon offers a lovely day use area with self-guided loop trails,
exhibits, and picnic shelters.
Chief Mountain International Highway
This route departs Highway #5 east of the park gate and travels into Glacier
National Park USA, at the Chief Mountain Customs station. The seasonal road
offers dramatic scenic vistas high above the Waterton Valley. Learn more at the
exhibit there. The Belly River campground is located along this route. Sacred
Chief Mountain dominates the skyline.
Buffalo Paddock Circle Drive
Located north of the Park entrance gate is the Bison drive-thru paddock. The
road rolls across a stunning glacial landscape of moraines and eskers. Native
Prairie grasslands there are home to a small herd of bison which are direct
descendents from the original herds of the Great Plains.
Be Alert
Be Alert- hundreds of animals are killed on roadways as they can run in
front of your car in an instant. Please stay within posted speed limits and take
time to scan the landscape for the wonders that await you.
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Tamarack
Family Owned & Operated Since 1922
OutdOOr Outfitters
wat e r t o n l a k e s n at i o n a l pa r k
outdoor gear
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quality footwear & apparel
hiker shuttle services
Cameron Lake for Carthew-Alderson Hike
Chief Mountain Customs/Belly River trailhead
Tamarack Trail trailheads
Red Rock Canyon area
email: [email protected]
licensed hiking guides
Scheduled & Custom Day Hikes
Specializing in Adventure Travel & Corporate Groups
Interpretive Walks & Outdoor Education Programs
Experienced Local Guides
email: [email protected]
information & reservations
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 403.859.2378
Fax: 403.859.2605
www.hikewaterton.com
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Hikes
Some of the best hiking in the Canadian Rockies. There are 225
kilometers of established hiking trails in Waterton Lakes National Park.
Some connect with trail systems in Glacier National Park, Montana
and Akamina –Kishinena Provincial Park, in British Columbia. For
a complete guide to hikes in Waterton, purchase a trail guide and
topographical map available at many village shops.
A very special option is the guided International Peace Park Hike.
Join a Canadian Park interpreter and an American Park Ranger on a daylong International Peace Park hike, Wednesday or Saturday. Reserve in
advance at the Waterton Visitor Centre.
Skill Level
Trail Name
Trail Head
Location
Distance
(one way)
Time
(one way)
Easy
Townsite
Several
3.2 km (2 mi.)
1 hour
Prince of Wales Hill Loop
Emerald Bay
(Townsite)
2 km (1.2mi.)
45 min.
Linnet Lake Loop
Linnet Lake
1 km (0.6 mi.)
30 min.
Cameron Lakeshore
Cameron Lake
1.6 km (1 mi.)
30 min.
Akamina Lake
Cameron Lake
0.5 km (0.3 mi.)
15 min.
Red Rock Canyon Loop
Red Rock Canyon
0.7 km (0.4 mi.)
20 min.
minimal
Blakiston Falls
Red Rock Canyon
1 km (0.6 mi.)
30 min.
minimal
Lower Bertha Falls
Townsite
2.9 km (1.8 mi.)
1 hour
150m (429´ )
Crandell Lake
Red Rock Parkway
Akamina Parkway
2 km (1.2 mi.)
1.2 km (0.7 mi.)
1 hour
45 min.
100m (328´ )
100m (328´ )
Wall Lake, B.C.
Akamina Parkway
5.6 km (3.5 mi.)
2 hours
165m (512´ )
Lakeshore Trail
Townsite
13 km (8.1 mi.)
3–4 hours
100m (328´ )
Wishbone (to Lower
Waterton Lake)
Chief Mountain
Highway
2.8 km (1.8 mi.)
45 min.
minimal
Information Centre
1.4 km (0.9 mi.)
40 min.
200m (656´ )
Rowe Meadow
Akamina Parkway
5.5 km (3.4 mi.)
4–5 hours
450m (1476´ )
Crypt Lake
Crypt Landing
17.4 km (round trip)
6–8 hours
675m (2215´ )
Bertha Lake
Townsite
15 km return
3–5 hours
460m (1509´ )
Carthew-Alderson
Cameron Lake/
Cameron Falls
20.1 km (12.5 mi.)
6–8 hours
650m (2133´ )
Moderately Easy
Moderately Strenuous Bear’s Hump
Strenuous
Approaching Tunnel to Crypt Lake
© Len Grant
Elevation
Gain
Carthew-Alderson
© Len Grant
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My Waterton...Deb Watson
See It By Horseback
“My roots grow deep in this place. I grew up
riding horses in Red Rock Canyon following
my dad to the tops of mountains and over
mountain passes. I have witnessed the power
of the elements thru wind, fire and floods.
Inspired by the beauty, I learned about the
flowers and the importance of wildlife and their
natural habitat. Thru the years I have raised my
children and grandchildren with the same love
of this place we call Waterton.”
Whether you are inside the Park or exploring
the surrounding area, take the opportunity to
enjoy it all by horseback. There are qualified
services for all skill levels, each with their
own specialty, but all dedicated to providing a
safe and enjoyable time for riders. From a few
hours to a few days…you choose the length
of your ride and we’ll provide the spectacular
views and wildlife! Horses played an important
role in the development of trails in Waterton
and Glacier. Many trails were created to
form transportation linkages between the
great lodges including the Prince of Wales in
Waterton. Horse transportation was the mode
of travel. Huge pack trains, hundreds of horses
packed with supplies, mail and well to do
tourists, would travel through pristine Rocky
Mountain wilderness overnighting in elaborate
wilderness camps as they travelled from lodge
to lodge.
The Waterton Natural History Association is YOUR source for maps, books, posters, art
and info on Waterton and Glacier National Parks. Call 403-859-2624 for more information.
The WHNA’s Crooked Creek Campground offers full service sites, tenting under the trees, showers
and laundry. Just east of the Park entrance. Call 403-653-1100 for information and reservations.
See www.wnha.ca for complete event listings.
Museum, Bookstore and Campground ~ Waterton Natural History Association
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Cycling
Akamina Pass Trail
1.3 km one way
Trailhead: 14.4 km along Akamina Parkway
Advanced riders will enjoy this short, but
relatively steep former roadway into British
Columbia. The wide trail leads cyclists through
pleasant subalpine forest and is best known
for its challenging grade. From the pass,
cyclists can continue into Akamina-Kishinena
Provincial Park in British Columbia.
My Waterton...Laura Bullock
“Fast-Fun-Single track……says it all.
Biking here is great for seeing wildlife.
And the flowers on the Red Rock Canyon
route are exceptional. It’zs comparable to
Europe, Epic road riding”
Snowshoe Trail
16.4 km return
Trailhead: Red Rock Canyon Parking Lot
This abandoned fire road is wide with uphill
grade (some steep sections). The trail follows
Bauerman Creek to Snowshoe Warden Cabin
and offers spectacular views of the surrounding
peaks.
Wishbone Trail
21 km return
Trailhead: 0.5 km along Chief Mtn. Hwy
Wide and flat best describes the first half
of this old wagon train road that takes you
through aspen forest and grassland. The
last half of the trail is narrow and frequently
overgrown. The cycling trail ends at the
Wishbone boat dock.
Crandell Loop Trail
4 – 20 km for the entire loop
There are three different trailheads.
• Crandell Lake Trailhead
• 6 km along Akamina Parkway
• 6 km along Red Rock Canyon road, turn
onto Canyon Camp road; cross the bridge,
keep right to get to the trailhead parking
lot for Crandell Lake.
Waterton Village
This paved trail circles the village and
meanders along the shoreline. Wheelchairs to
bikes can easily maneuver this trail.
Here’s an Idea
Use the Hikers Shuttle from Tamarack
Outdoor Outfitters to take you and your bikes to
Cameron Lake, and then ride downhill to town.
Round ‘em up and come on over! See wildlife habitat and wildflowers
galore as you meander through wooded trails of the spectacular Rocky
Mountains. Our guided rides are the ultimate western adventure for the
whole family. Select hourly, half-day, full day or overnight trips. Alpine
Stables are just outside the Waterton townsite across from the golf course
road. Look for the highway signs showing you the turn-off. 403-859-2462
Open May through September, 9 am – 5 pm
www.alpinestables.com
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Waterton Lake
“The North Big Inside Lake” is what the
Blackfeet call it.
“The Lake that talks too much”, another
handle. By any name Upper Waterton Lake is
a Rocky Mountain classic. Deeply carved by
glaciers from overthrust sedimentary strata,
it is the deepest lake in the Canadian Rockies.
Pure and clean, its waters originate from the
very top of the watershed. Born from melting
snowfields and mountain springs, Upper
Waterton Lake feeds the Saskatchewan river
system that empties into Hudson Bay.
Italian Cuisine
with a Southern
Alberta Flair
“At Bel Lago, we endeavor to provide every customer with
a pleasing dining experience-one that they will remember
for years to come. Our dedicated culinary team works to
bring the freshest local ingredients possible to our menu.
This commitment reflects the hard work and enthusiasm
we put into the creation of all our dishes.”
Fishing - The Reel Thing
Fishing opportunities abound in the
southwest corner of Alberta. Waterton offers
many species of fish including cutthroat trout,
lake trout, rainbow trout and northern pike.
Fishing seasons and lake information are
available at the Visitors Centre. Remember to
purchase a National Park fishing license and
read the regulations before putting up your
‘gone fishing’ sign (provincial licenses are not
valid).
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SCENIC BOAT CRUISE
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• Viewspectacularmountainscenery
• Seeandcrosstheinternationalborder
• Professional,entertainingcommentary
• Memorablephotographicopportunities
• Cruisedurationabout2hours15minutes
•Bears,mooseandbaldeaglesoftensighted
ailywatershuttleserviceprovidesaccesstotheCryptLakeTrailand
GoatHaunt,Montanatrails.OnthetrailtoCryptLakeyou’llsee
fourspectacularwaterfallsandpassthroughamountaintunnel
asyoumakeyourwaytotheemeraldwatersofCryptLake.
ThemostpopularhikefromGoatHauntisKootenaiLakes
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otherwildlife.
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Water, Water Everywhere and Delicious to Drink Too
Whether it’s scuba diving, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, rowboating,
paddle boating, power boating or water skiing, we’ve got the perfect place
for you to play in Waterton. Bring your powerboats to Upper and Middle
Waterton lakes, where it’s also ideal for windsurfing. Cameron Lake, where
you can rent paddle boats and canoes, is a haven for paddlers while divers
are most often found exploring either Emerald or Cameron Bays.
Whichever your sport – the water’s waiting!
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Wonders of Waterton
Why Waterton
For The Birds
Why are there so many different species of
plants and animals in Waterton? It’s all about
habitat.
Over 250 bird species have been recorded
nesting or travelling through Waterton Lakes
National Park! This richness is due to the
proximity of high-elevation alpine and subalpine
habitats with lower elevation montane and
parkland areas, and the Park’s location along key
migratory routes. Some species considered rare
in Alberta are relatively common here, such as
the striking black-headed grosbeak and Cassin’s
finch. These and other species don’t need to be
seen to be enjoyed - keep your ears out for many
a beautiful bird song as you enjoy a hike, picnic,
or a round of golf. The Park’s wetland and creek
areas are birding hot spots. Most species breed
in spring, but there are interesting birds to watch
through all seasons. The Lethbridge Naturalists
Society organizes spring and Christmas bird
counts – if you’re in the park at those times and
are keen on birds, you’re invited to get involved!
In September, come birding during Waterton
Wildlife Week!
• In Waterton, the Rocky Mountains meet the
Great Plains head-on. There are no foothills.
Mountain and prairie species are found sideby-side.
• Waterton is located near the narrowest point
along the Rocky Mountain range and several
different natural regions meet as the result.
• Waterton is on the Pacific storm track. Warm
winds from the southwest affect the climate so
that species typically found farther south are at
home here. Winds also deliver airborne seeds.
• This spectacular landscape has been protected
since 1895 as a Canadian National Park.
Today, the Park and adjacent landowners work
together to maintain the natural integrity of
the area.
Gray Jay - Cameron Lake
Come Play Around With Us!
Visit Our Licensed Clubhouse! • Daily Specials • Monday is Wing Night • Amazing Patio with magnificent views!
• Friendly, relaxed atmosphere • We cater events and weddings for up to 180 people
Our Annual Events • Waterton Mixed Scramble every June • Waterton Open each August (call for dates and details)
• 55+ Tueday - Two golf for the price of one every Tuesday
18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Monday - Cheapo Golf and Wing Night after 6 pm
For tee times, call 403-859-2114 • www.golfwaterton.com • [email protected]
Waterton Lakes Golf Course
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Waterton Year Round
Tiny Little Town in a Very Special Place
Time here is measured in seasons. Change
does come to Waterton, but it comes slowly. And
that’s what many people love about the place.
Visitors who return season after season
find many of the same shop, and inn keepers.
Friendships are built over years, and across
continents. The mountains, of course, seem the
same. The water flows over Cameron Falls as it
always has. Sometimes, you’d even swear you’ve
met that sheep before.
And the beauty is forever.
Part of what keeps Waterton looking and
feeling the same year to year is the long rest
period the park gets to experience every winter.
From late fall through to late spring, almost all
of the shops and houses are shuttered against
the snow and wind, their inhabitants headed
for warmer climes.
Which isn’t to say that winter isn’t a great
time to visit! If you love solitude, and the
company of nature, by all means come in
the winter! The cross-country skiing and
snowshoeing is great. A couple of hotels stay
open all winter, providing cozy rooms and
fireplaces to curl up around. But whether you
come in the winter, or any other season, you’re
sure to notice the timeless quality of the park
and the village. Many of the residents and
businesses here have a multi-generational
history in Waterton. And of course the nearby
native groups of the Blackfoot Confederacy
have lived here for thousands of years.
Your Go To Place!
Sandwiches starting at $2.99
Day packs • Fanny packs • Energy bars • Fruit & nuts
Pastries • Good coffee • The only Slush machine in town
Gas & propane
Rentals available for:
Mopeds • Mountain bikes • Surreys • Baby strollers
Tennis racquets • Binoculars
and we carry Kodak film as well as digital camera support!
Resort Support for over 20 years!
gas • confectionary • more!
403-859-2266
224 Mt. View Road
Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta
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www.MyWaterton.ca
Lakefront Rooms with Balconies
Lakeside Chop House * Fireside Lounge
Ph 1-888-527-9555
Glacier Bistro * Thirsty Bear Saloon
www.bayshoreinn.com
Honeymoon Suites with Jacuzzi Tubs
Serenty Spa * Village Gift Shop
Air conditioning
26 Luxurious suites
all with fireplaces & Jacuzzis
Deluxe, Romantic & Loft Suites
with minifridge, micro & AC
Open year round!
403-859-2004 1-866-621-3330
www.watertonsuites.com
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‘Waterton at Dawn’ montage by Krzysztof Ratynski
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www.MyWaterton.ca
View from The Bear’s Hump
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Evergreen Antiques
and Gifts
PH: 403-859-2545
PH: 403-859-2466
The Waterton Lakes Opera House
Waterton’s historic theatre shows current movies
nightly May to October. Info: 403-859-2466
Waterton Bagel & Coffee Co.
“A godsend in the wilderness.” Lonely Planet
Serving local roasted Cuppers™ Coffee, espresso & specialty coffees.
Plus delicious bagels, sandwiches, baking and real fruit smoothies!
Ye Olde Lick & Nibble Ice Cream Shoppe
Farm fresh, Alberta-made Foothills ice cream, plus milkshakes,
sundaes, banana splits and more!
Zum’s Eatery and
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PH: 403-859-2388
Email: [email protected]
Zum’s Eatery
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Open from 7 am to 11 pm. Subway - eat fresh!
303 Windflower Ave PH: 403-859-2121
www.MyWaterton.ca
Unique Ecology
Lakefront Patio
Fully Licensed
Superb Cuisine
you’ll not forget
Located on Main St.
For reservations
(403) 859-2211
bayshoreinn.com
Waterton Lakes Park, AB
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Tantalizing Breakfasts
Enticing Dinners
Oven Hot Pizza
Lucious Deserts
Waterton Early On
Let us tempt you!
Open until 11 pm
every night
On Main Street
Waterton Lakes
National Park
Alberta
(403) 859-2211
bayshoreinn.com
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The area that became Waterton Lakes National Park has long been a natural and historic treasure, a
beauty spot of note. Word got out beginning with the arrival of the Thomas Wright Blakiston party in
1858, a delegation of the Palliser Expedition charged with exploring and learning about opportunities
for future settlement and development. It was Blakiston who suggested the name “Waterton” upon his
arrival here to honor an acquaintance of his, Charles Waterton, an English naturalist and ornithologist.
Eventually the Park’s tallest mountain was named for Blakiston and stands as a 2940 metre (9,645
feet) sentinel rising above the Red Rock Parkway.
The area’s first permanent settlers made their home near the lakes in the 1870’s. John George
“Kootenai” Brown, with his Métis wife Olive, scratched out a living together in this isolated, rugged
land. Olive died in 1884 and was buried along the shore of Lower Waterton Lake. Brown and his
second wife, Isabella, would later be buried there also. The graves are available for viewing and are
marked with a roadside pull off.
In 1895, the Government of Canada set aside an initial 140 square kilometres (54 square miles)
as a protected reserve and created this national park, Canada’s fourth, in 1911. Brown was so
knowledgeable he was later appointed the park’s first official and eventually its first manager. His
memory is a tribute to the rugged pioneer spirit that helped protect the area.
The townsite was surveyed in 1910 and buildings, both commercial and residential, began to
be erected within a few years. Most notable among them is the Park’s oldest and most prominent
accommodation, the Prince of Wales Hotel which opened in 1927. Built by Canadians for the
American-owned Great Northern Railway, the hotel is the Park’s only building designated as a
National Historic Site. The Park’s only other National Historic Site is located along the Akamina
Parkway. It is the site of western Canada’s first producing oil well.
Waterton Accommodations Circa 1800
www.MyWaterton.ca
My Waterton...
“Our park is brimming
with stories of continuing
human endeavor.”
— Chris Morrison, Historian/Author
Waterton’s
One and Only Pub
Live Music
This log cabin was one of several owned by John
George “Kootenai” Brown in the Waterton area.
Photo courtesy of Galt Museum and Archives,
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My Waterton…Mary-Anne Reeves
“Waterton works on the visitor like a powerful magnet. Once you have visited this drop dead beautiful Park of mountain majesty, endless blue skies, quaint
friendly village, and experienced a bundle of emotions from an awe-inspiring adrenaline rush to peace and tranquility that it’s beauty bestows on you - you
are ever drawn back to wonderful Waterton for more. It’s a place you will feel compelled to return to, again and again.”
Simple
Clean
Comfortable
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Affordable
Affordable
Northland Lodge
Lodging for adventurers since 1929
Located 1/2 block from Cameron Falls
408 Evergreen Ave
PH: 403-859-2353
U.S. PH: 801-809-9380
www.northlandlodgecanada.com
208 Mount View Road
Waterton Park, AB T0K 2M0
T 403-859-2366
F 403-859-2221
www.BearMountainMotel.com
403-859-2404
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www.MyWaterton.ca
Gift Shop
Afternoon Tea Daily
Restaurant & Lounge
86 Guest Rooms & Suites
Open mid-June to mid-Sept.
Prince of Wales
Hotel
Reservations
403.236.3400
403.859.2231 direct
princeofwaleswaterton.com
Walk-Ins Welcome!
Located in
Waterton, AB.
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Lower Rowe Lake by Linda Anderson Stewart
Artists and the Waterton Experience
Most visitors to Waterton find the beauty of
this place touches and moves them. For artists,
the experience can turn into a lifelong passion
The Waterton area is home to many artists,
from painters and sculptors to cowboy poets,
and draws many more from all over the world
to try to capture its beauty and majesty, and
the amazing diversity of its plant and animal
kingdoms.
Photographers have always loved this place,
and many came during the early part of the 20th
century as the advent of the motorcar helped
open up the region to exploration.
The centerpiece in our guide this year is a
photographic montage created much more
recently by Krzysztof Ratynski, an avid hiker and
photographer from Calgary. The image: “Waterton
at Dawn;” won first prize in the Capture Canada
category at the WOW photo competition.
The montage, shot from the Bear’s Hump,
consists of 14 different views, each of which can
have up to six different exposures layered on
top of each other. This layering process brings
the image closer to what the eye can see. A
jpeg image shows 256 steps between black and
white. A good camera captures perhaps 400. But
our eyes see over 10 thousand! “It’s like being
a painter, because I can make it look like what
I saw in my own mind and imagination,” says
Krzysztof. To see more of his panoramas, visit:
www.pbase.com/super_photo
Capturing what they see in their mind’s eye
is what landscape painters are all about. Linda
Anderson Stewart spent 17 years developing her
skills, but it was her move to a small ranch just
north of Waterton that really catalyzed her.
“By immersing myself in this unique
environment, I came to recognize and embrace
my strong need for a sense of place,” says Linda.
“My paintings, like “Waterton In Bronze,” are a
reflection of the beauty I now encounter on a
daily basis. And, occasionally, when I least expect
it, doing a painting gives me the briefest glimpse
of true peace.”
Jean Sheppard would probably agree. Her
floral paintings, with their rich colors and
beautiful symmetry, often capture a sense of
peace in the midst of dynamic life.
My Waterton...Jean Sheppard
Supporting local talents and well-known Canadian artists like Bill Duma,
Brent Laycock, RFM McInnis and Dan Hamm.
Open May thru Thanksgiving weekend from 10 - 5 in May, June and
September, and until 8 pm in July and August.
PH: 403-859-2535
www.gustgallery.com
Gust Gallery
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“Waterton is such a wonderful
inspiration because of the
tremendous variety of
landscapes available in such a
small area. Colour is probably
my greatest motivator and
Waterton supplies that in great
abundance – from the blues,
greens and purples of spring
through  the yellows, ochres
and oranges of fall. Throw in
Red Rock Canyon and you have
a never ending supply of
images demanding to be
captured on paper!”
www.MyWaterton.ca
Louis Brandsma, shares his techniques
during a seminar at the Waterton Wildlife
Weekend.
Jean Sheppard
Beargrass on Crypt Trail by Brent Laycock
During the Waterton Wildflower Festival
noted artists such as Brent Laycock
share their creative passion during
studio workshops and plein-air
excursions.
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Trappers Mountain Grill
& Trading Post
Hand Made Jewelry
Family Owned & Operated ~ A Place for Great Food
Gourmet Treats ~ Saskatoon Goodies & Pie
PH: 403.859.2445
Caribou Clothes on Main St.
Locally-mde sheepskin and rabbit
fur moccasins. Fleece & leather
jackets. Hats, gloves, blankets.
Jewellery and pottery. Check out
our great low prices!
Big Scoop.
32 delicious flavours. Fresh
handmade waffle cones.
Milkshakes, sundaes, yogurt,
soft-serve, shaved ice.
Fast, friendly service.
PH: 403.859.2346
Big Scoop
Ice Cream Parlor
Caribou Clothes
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Inspired by Waterton’s natural beauty,
Daniel Sommerfeld uses Alberta precious
stones to craft one-of-a-kind works of art.
Visitors are welcome to observe that creative
process at his Waterton studio. For more than
25 years, Daniel has created uniquely romantic
jewelry that has become collector’s items for
many of his clientele.
Big Chunk Fudge Shop
22 flavours of fresh fudge, made
with Grandma Uibel’s recipes,
using only real cream and butter.
Big Chunk Fudge Shop
Fine hand-forged jewelry by Daniel Sommerfeld,
exclusively in Waterton.
For a beauty that is unique to you – Lost Art Jewelry.
Waterton Townsite
866.820.2232
[email protected]
Akamina Gifts
BOOK NOOK Books of All Kinds ~ Native
Nature ~ Hiking ~ Kids & more
CLOTHING Fashion Tees & Sweatshirts
UNIQUE JEWELRY MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTS
108 Waterton Ave PH: 403-859-2361
MORE Flava Flavas!
57 varieties of Ice Cream.
Hand-made Waffle Cones Fudge Cones - Caramel Cones.
Yummy!
Welch’s
Chocolate and Ice Cream
Open 7 days a week. PH: 403-859-2015
Worth the Splurge
Nearly two decades of
artisan fudge making
on the premises!
47 varieties of creamy,
mouth watering fudge.
Welch’s Fudge Factory
Gifts for all ages and occasions
114 Waterton Avenue PH: 403-859-2130
Rocky Mountain
Food Mart
Dessert Central!
10 flavours of homemade
pie every day.
Enjoy a slice and a cup of
good coffee on our patio.
Welch’s Pie and Coffee
PH: 403-859-2363
WATERTON’S ONE STOP GROCERY
PH: 403-859-2526
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OPEN EARLY, OPEN LATE - 7 am to 10 pm every day
www.MyWaterton.ca
Waterton 99.3 fm
For a province-wide list of frequencies please visit: www.ckua.com
The station for original listeners
Mix your Celtic with Classic Country. World Beats
with Bluegrass. Jazz, Blues, Folk, Classical and
Contemporary, featuring legendary musicians,
forgotten geniuses and new artists breaking on
to the scene.
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Head-Smashed-In
Buffalo Jump This UNESCO World
Heritage Site documents the buffalo hunting
culture of the Plains people from ancient times
to the arrival of the Europeans. The interpretive
centre includes a cafeteria, a theatre with film
featuring a re-enactment of a buffalo hunt and
trails along the jump.
Located 18 km north and west of Fort
Macleod | 403-553-2731
www.head-smashed-in.com
Alberta Southwest-Southwest Alberta
For All You Want to Know About Southwest Alberta,
go to www.albertasouthwest.com
Did you know that when you are traveling to Waterton you are passing through a scenic landscape
that has been identified by National Geographic as unique in the world! So special is this area that
National Geographic has pubished a special map entitled Crown of the Continent GeoTourism
Mapguide. Get a copy or see it online at www.crownofthecontinent.net.
Don’t miss these facinating attractions in Southwest Alberta:
Remington
Carriage
Museum
The Remington Carriage Museum in Cardston
houses one of the largest collections of horsedrawn vehicles in North America, with over 250
carriages, wagons and sleighs.
Declared “the best museum in the world for
horse-drawn vehicles,” the carriage centre is a
delight for families.
Located on Main Street, Cardston
403-553-2731
RemingtonCarriageMuseum.com
• Great Canadian Barn Dance, Glenwood
• Japanese Gardens, Lethbridge
• Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park, Milk River
• Northwest Mounted Police Museum, Fort Macleod
Crowsnest 22 Head-Smashed-In
Pass
Buffalo Jump
Frank Slide
Pincher
Creek
2
To Calgary
3
Lethbridge
Macleod
3
4
Frank Slide
Interpretive Centre
On April 29, 1903, 90 million
tons of rock crashed from the
summit of Turtle Mountain and buried part
of the sleeping town of Frank. The Frank Slide
Interpretive Centre highlights the story of the
Frank Slide and the rich history of Alberta’s
Crowsnest Pass.
Located 1.5 km off Highway 3 in the
Municipality of Crowsnest Pass
403-562-7388 | www.frankslide.com
2
Glenwood
5
6
Twin Butte
WATERTON LAKES
NATIONAL PARK
Waterton
GLACIER
NATIONAL
PARK
Hillspring
Cardston
5
6
Mountain
View
Chief
Mountain
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2
Remington
Carriage Museum
Carway
ALBERTA
Port of Piegan
MONTANA
89
Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, Alberta
For the latest in Southwest Alberta
tourism information, please visit:
www.ChinookCountry.com
1-800-661-1222
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Before you buy…give us a try in Downtown Pincher Creek
403-627-2227 – [email protected]
www.outdooroutlet.ca
THE OUTDOOR OUTLET
www.MyWaterton.ca
• Rafting
• Guided Fishing Tours
• Campground Reservations
• Starting
Raft and Trail
at Ride
$29combos
per person
• Group Rates available
Rafting
• Inflatable Kayaks
• Inflatable
kayaks
River Adventures
Group Rates Available • Raft and Trail Ride Combos
Guided Fishing Tours • Campground Reservations
For information, or to book a tour, call:
Whitewater adventures and fun family floats
1-800-936-6474 www.raftalberta.ca
on the St. Mary’s and Waterton Rivers!
KIMBALL RIVER SPORTS
Whitewater
and
fun
family floats
For information,adventures
or to book a tour,
call:
1-800-936-6474
On the St.
Mary’s
and
Waterton
or visit www.raftalberta.ca Rivers!
Chief Mountain from the Cowboy Trail
Located 15 minutes from Waterton Park. Non-smoking, clean rooms with a fantastic view of the
mountains! Lower rates than in the Park. Kitchen and family-sized suites available. Satellite TV in all
rooms. Attached to the Mountain View Market, a convenience store, gift shop, and gas and diesel bar.
403-653-1992
•
[email protected]
•
www.mystic-spirit.com/mtnviewmarket
Mountain View Motel
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TWIN BUTTE
GENERAL STORE
AND LICENSED
RESTAURANT
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD…
and WESTERN FOOD, TOO!
ARRIBA!
Let Clint and Jeny rustle you up some
friendly western hospitality!
photos by Frits Meyst Adventure4ever.com
Explore the Legendary Mountain West
Live entertainment
select weekends

Cold beer and liquor sales
Gift shop
Rustic camping
High speed internet

Located halfway between Waterton
and Pincher Creek on the Cowboy Trail
Twin Butte • Alberta
Hwy #6 • 403-627-4035
www.twinbuttestore.ca
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Next to Wateron Lakes National Park
Ride side by side on responsive horses from the
Historic Nelson Ranch
Location: Drive 15 minutes East of the Waterton Park gate.
Sign on highway 5 in Mountain View.
• 1.5 hr to full day rides
• Cowboy Cookout Ride
• Canoe & Ride (lunch inc)
• Raft & Ride Combos
• Overnight Riding Adventures
• Log Style Cabins
• Cedar Hot Tub
• Western Meals
For Reservations Call:
Waterton & Area: (403) 653-2413 • Toll Free: 1-866-653-2413
www.mountainmeadowtrailrides.com
Mountain Meadow Trail Rides
National Geographic’s
www.MyWaterton.ca
British
Columbia
Calgary
Alberta
5
Lethbridge
4
Cranbrook
Explore. Enjoy. Engage. www.crownofthecontinent.net
Discover the authentic character of the Crown of the Continent region.
National Geographic Society and 50 regional groups created a unique map
that tells what’s special about this place and what people are doing to keep
it that way. Flowers are a popular theme. And there are more, many more.
Go to www.crownofthecontinent.net and see!
1. Waterton Wildflower Festival
5. Arrowleaf Balsamroot
Western North America’s major climatic
zones converge and plants merge in the Crown
of the Continent from the Pacific Northwest,
Great Plains, and boreal forests. Waterton Lakes
National Park, for example, is home to more
than 50 of Canada’s rare flowers, 30 of which
are found only in this park. The Waterton
Wildflower Festival, in June, disperses flower
sniffers across 70 separate workshops and field
studies led by about 150 guides.
Look for yellow waves of arrowleaf
balsamroot on the Rocky Mountain Front in
June. Swaying in the westerly breeze against
the backdrop of green prairie, these big,
showy flowers signal summer is just around
the corner. From Highway 89 in Montana or
Highway 22 in Alberta, check their preferred
habitat on south-facing slopes and coolies.
2. Orchids
Naturalist Steve Wirt calls Montana’s wild
orchids “belly flowers,” because you have to
get down low to appreciate them. Roughly 40
native species of orchidaceae – the Earth’s
largest family of flowering plants – may be
found in the Crown of the Continent. Learn
more at field courses in Glacier National Park,
through the Glacier Institute.
6. Wildflower Herbarium
Don’t know wildflower names as well as
you’d like? Self-tutorials are available at the
Whitefish Library where local volunteers Mary
and Gary Sloan have pressed more than 100
native flowers in a handsome, homemade
herbarium. Join the Sloans and other amateur
botanists at the annual meeting of the Montana
Native Plant Society.
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Montana
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Missoula
© Cate Turner-Jamison
© Chris Dadson
3. Dames on the Range
Sweet and nutritious, the bulbs of the blue
camas provided a summertime treat for native
peoples throughout the Rocky Mountains.
Awareness of that and other delicacies is being
revived by Dames on the Range. The Dames’
expertly guided field workshops along Alberta’s
prairie foothills show you how to make food,
teas, and ornamental gardens with native
plants.
4. Kimberley Nature Park
Three square miles in size, this is one of
Canada’s largest municipal parks. Perched in
the foothills of the Purcell Mountains, the view
across the Rocky Mountain Trench toward
the Rockies is spectacular. So are the park’s
wildflowers. Join guided hikes led by local
volunteers.
© TonyBynum.com
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Waterton Village at a Glance
STAY
SHOP
Motels/Hotels/Inns/Lodges
52 Parks Canada Town site Campground
Campground Reservations 1.877.737.3783
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EAT/DRINK
ACTIVITIES
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Aspen Village Inn
Crandell Mountain Lodge
Bear Mountain Motel
Bayshore Inn
Waterton Glacier Suites
Waterton Lakes Resort
Northland Lodge
Prince of Wales Hotel
Campground
Restaurant/Cafe
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16
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Glacier Bistro
Bayshore Lakeside Chop House
Zum’s Eatery
Bel Lago
Subway
Pizza of Waterton
Pearl’s Internet Cafe
Waterton Bagel and Coffee
Vimy’s Lounge and Grill
Fireside Lounge
Trappers Mountain Grill & Trading Post
Golf Course Restaurant
Prince of Wales Restaurant and Lounge
Sweeties
17 Big Scoop Ice Cream
31 Ye Olde Lick and Nibble Ice Cream Shoppe
32 Welch’s Chocolates Coffee & Pie Co.
Pubs/Lounges/Spirits
9
14
49
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Fireside Lounge
Thirsty Bear Saloon
Vimy’s Lounge and Grill
Mountain Spirits Liquor Store
Prince of Wales Lounge
Lost Art Jewelry
Post Office
Gust Gallery
44 Canada Post
Waterton Heritage Centre
Churches
Pat’s
46 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day
Village Gift Shop
Saints
Caribou Clothes
47 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic
Worth the Splurge
Church
Tamarack Outdoor Outfitters
48 United Church of Canada
Fine hand-forged jewelry by Daniel Sommerfeld,
Evergreen Gifts
exclusively in Waterton.
For a beauty
Akamina Gifts and Book
Nookthat is unique to you – Lost Art Jewelry.
Recycling
Trappers Mountain Grill & Trading Post
45 Bins
Zum’s Gift Shop
Money Exchanges
Prince of Wales Gift Shop
5 Tamarack Outdoor Outfitters
Waterton Townsite
866.820.2232
[email protected]
Boat Cruise
2
MORE Flava Flavas!
57 varieties of Ice Cream.
Hand-made Waffle Cones Fudge Cones - Caramel Cones.
Yummy!
Waterton Shoreline Cruise
Bikes/Scooters/Moped
Rentals
Welch’s
6
Pat’s and Ice Cream
Chocolate
Hiking Guides/Shuttles/Crypt Lake
Shuttle
5 Waterton
Outdoor Adventures
Nearly two decades of
artisan fudge
making Services
Tamarack
Shuttle
on the premises!
47
varieties
of
creamy,
2 Waterton Shoreline Cruise
mouth watering fudge.
Boat/Kayak
Welch’s FudgeRentals
Factory
54 Cameron Lake Boat Rentals
Golf
50 Waterton Lakes Golf Course
Dessert Central!
10 flavours of homemade
Horseback
Riding
pie
every day.
Enjoy a slice and a cup of
55 Alpine
Stables
good coffee on our patio.
Movie
Theatre
Welch’s
Pie and Coffee
31 Waterton Lakes Opera House
PH: 403-859-2363
Interpretive Exhibits
OPEN EARLY, OPEN LATE - 7 am to 10 pm every day
Groceries
30 Rocky Mountain Food Mart
6 Pat’s
PUBLIC WASHROOMS
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Lakeshore Camp Kitchen
Cameron Bay
Emerald Bay
Parks Canada Visitor Centre
Falls Interpretive Theatre
Marina
Waterton Heritage Centre
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Native Plant Garden
Falls Interpretive Theatre
Waterton Heritage Centre
Peace Park Pavillion
Waterton Valley Exhibit
Cameron Waterfalls
Spa/Pool/Health Club
12 Serenity Spa
36 Waterton Lakes Resort Recreation Centre
Fishing, Tackle
6 Pat’s
54 Cameron Lake Boat Rentals
Laundry
25 Laundromat
Internet
16 Zum’s Eatery
29 Pearl’s Internet Cafe
9 Fireside Lounge
Gas/Fuel
6
Pat’s
INFORMATION
Parks Canada: 403.859.5133 (May–Oct.)
Parks Canada: 403.859.2224 (Year Round)
40 Parks Canada Visitor Centre
15 Waterton Natural History Association
Museum and Bookstore
ALL EMERGENCY CALL: 403.859.2636
An emergency telephone system is in place
in Waterton to assist you with Police, Park
Wardens, Medical or Fire emergencies.
Hospitals
Cardston - 403.653.4411
Pincher Creek - 403.627.3333
CAA/AAA
Emergency Road Service available at Pat’s 403.859.2266
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Waterton Village Map
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Hiking Trail
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Parking
Washrooms
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Exhibit
Pinic Area
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Campground
Boat Launch
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Scenic Cruise
Boat Shuttle
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Crandell Loop Trail
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Carthew-Alderson Trail
Cameron
Waterfalls
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Tennis Play Park
Courts
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Bertha Falls,
Bertha Lake,
Lakeshore Trail
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Park Visitor’s Centre
Shoreline Cruise/Marina/Boat Shuttle
Crandell Mountain Lodge
Bear Mountain Motel
Tamarack Outdoor Outfitters
Waterton Outdoor Adventures
Tamarack Shuttle Service
6 Pat’s Garage & Resort Services
7 Bayshore Inn
8 Village Gift Shop
9 Fireside Lounge
10 Glacier Bistro
11 Bayshore Lakeside Chop House
12 Serenity Spa
13 Bayshore Convention Centre
14 Thirsty Bear Saloon
15 Waterton Heritage Centre
16 Zum’s Eatery
17 Big Scoop Ice Cream
Big Chunk Fudge Shop
18 Caribou Clothes
19 Worth The Splurge
20 Evergreen Gifts
21 Gust Gallery
22 Bel Lago Restaurant
23 Akamina Gifts
24 Trapper’s Mountain Grill & Trading Post
25 Laundromat
26 Subway
27 Lost Art Jewelry
28 Pizza of Waterton
29 Pearl’s Internet Cafe
30 Rocky Mt. Food Mart
31 Ye Olde Lick and Nibble Ice Cream Shoppe
Waterton Lakes Opera House
Waterton Bagel & Coffee Co.
32 Welch’s Chocolates
Coffee & Pie Co.
33 Mt. Spirits Liquor Store
34 Zum’s Gift Shop
35 Aspen Village Inn
36 Waterton Lakes Resort
37 Waterton Glacier Suites
38 Northland Lodge
39 Native Plant Garden
40 Park Visitor Centre
41 Peace Park Pavilion-Kootney Brown Marker
42 Waterton Valley Exhibit
43 Cameron Waterfalls
44 Post Office
45 Recycle Bins
46 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
47 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
48 United Church of Canada
49 Vimy’s Lounge and Grill
50 Golf Course Restaurant
51 Prince of Wales
52 Parks Canada Townsite Campground
53 RCMP
54 Cameron Lake Boat Rentals
55 Alpine Stables
56 Falls Interpretive Theatre
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Water ton Lakes National Park
where the
mountains
meet the
prairies
Bison Paddock Scenic Drive ~ photo: Steve Harrington
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