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Discover Winter in Canmore and Kananaskis with a Personal Tour Guide

Winter in Canmore and Kananaskis Country deliver incredible winter scenes—glittering, snow covered mountains and frozen lakes make for epic days spent outside. Bundle up and prepare to try every winter activity imaginable, like a snowshoe in Kananaskis or a relaxing day at a spa in the mountains. You’re going to love it here.

Top 9 Ways to Experience Winter in Canmore and Kananaskis

1. Ski and Tube at Nakiska

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Get ready for a bluebird day at the ski hill! Whether you’re a beginner or expert skier or snowboarder, the Canadian Rockies provide the best powder. Local favourite, Nakiska Ski Area, is located just 30 minutes away from Canmore and is the perfect place to hone your skills. If skiing isn’t your thing, all ages will love flying down the hill at the tube park.

2. Learn to Snowshoe in Kananaskis Powder

Strap on a pair of snowshoes and get out into nature! Snowshoe in Kananaskis and feel the snow crunch underfoot as you gaze up at the breathtaking Canadian Rockies with an Introduction Tour. After, get cozy with an impeccable afternoon tea.

3. Rejuvenate at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa

Relax and unwind after a great day exploring the backcountry at a spa in the mountains! The Kananaskis Nordic Spa is the perfect mountain getaway, especially after a day out in the snow with your personal tour guide. Melt into the heated outdoor pools as you enjoy a drink and the gorgeous surrounding views of this incredible spa in the mountains. Or, turn up the heat with a lounge in the steam rooms and saunas.You’ll feel the tension slip away as you sink into vacation mode.

4. Take Your Outdoor Activities to New Heights with a Guide

Ever wanted to get extreme in the backcountry? Paramount Guides are experts in their fields and can show you how to get adventurous in the mountains. Sign up for their educational courses to improve your safety skills, or head out for an ice climbing or backcountry skiing tour. Their world class guides ensure you’ll have a memorable time.

5: Take a Day Trip to a National Park

Just 10 minutes from Canmore lies the gates to one of Canada’s most iconic areas—Banff National Park. Your next winter fairytale begins with a private Lake Louise Winter Experience . The tour includes a private guide who chauffeurs you to the enchanting Lake Louise, and Yoho National Park to visit Emerald Lake. You don’t want to miss this!

6. Pedal Down the Trails on a Fat Bike.

Biking isn’t just for summer months anymore! Fat biking has exploded in popularity, and it’s no wonder why. Essentially a mountain bike frame with wide tires, fat bikes allow you to ride to your heart’s content, even when snowflakes are falling. Learn what you’re missing with a tour from Cycling 101 and make the most of the winter in Canmore.

7. Dig Deep with a Canmore Cave Tours

Get up close and personal with the mountains on a Canmore Cave Tour. Canmore Cave Tours offer a truly unique mountain experience that takes you under the peaks and into the caves below. Explore Rats Nest Cave with a personal tour guide to explain the history, and appreciate the serenity of the silence. Or, test your mettle with a rappel and Challenge Squeeze.

8. Be Enchanted on an Ice Walks

There are few things more magical than walking on ice, especially at night. A short, easy hike in Grotto Canyon is made exceptional under the glow of headlamps and twinkling stars. This popular destination is a suitable choice for almost everyone, and you won’t want to miss seeing it with your private tour guide on the Grotto Canyon Ice Walk. Sink into the incredible silence and beauty as you enjoy dessert by the immense frozen waterfalls. The evening is an unforgettable adventure.

9. Let Sled Dogs Show you Around

Calling all dog lovers—this is the tour for you! Be whisked through snow covered forests and over frozen lakes while you admire these hardworking huskies and this ancient form of transportation. Snowy Owl Tours provides outings that are fun for the whole family, and you can even meet the dogs while you learn about the history of dog sledding.

Make your Winter Vacation Magical

No matter the weather, there are great options to make your winter in Canmore and Kananaskis the perfect escape. Book your private, luxury tour to see what you’ve been missing today.

CONTRIBUTOR - LAURA DOWLING

Laura is an Interpretive Guides Association (I.G.A.) Professional Guide. Laura is passionate about guiding visitors around the Rockies and making sure they experience all it has to offer.