★ Hediny PickMonument — Big Head, a striking bronze sculpture that makes for a memorable photo stop.
ViewpointViewpoint · Free — Earth pillars left by the last ice age, above the Canmore cemetery, with views of the Three Sisters.
Historic siteHistoric site — With the Canadian Rockies rising behind it, downtown Canmore is an inviting place to spend a few hours.
Historic siteHistoric site — Cross Canmore’s historic Engine Bridge for views of the Bow River and Rockies. You might recognize it from The Last of Us.
Historic siteHistoric site — Built in 1893, the Canmore NWMP Barracks is one of the town’s oldest surviving buildings.
Classic photo spotClassic photo spot — Policeman’s Creek Boardwalk. The wooden walkway crosses a wetland beside the creek, where birds are especially active in spring and summer.
Highlights for today and the days ahead.
★ Hediny PickCanmore Public Library – Friends Program Room · Friday, October 16, 05:30 PM
EventartsPlace · Friday, October 16, 06:30 PM
EventartsPlace · Friday, October 16, 07:30 PM
EventartsPlace · Now on · September 30 – November 6, 2026
EventartsPlace · Now on · October 6 – December 1, 2026
EventartsPlace · Saturday, October 17, 10:00 AM
★ Hediny PickCultural centre — artsPlace brings art and community together in Canmore with workshops, live music, theatre, film, and a free gallery showcasing the work of local artists.
Cultural centreCultural centre — Canmore Public Library offers books, digital resources, activities for all ages, and free Wi-Fi at Elevation Place.
MuseumMuseum · CAD $10 — Discover the heart and history of the Bow Valley at the Canmore Museum (also known as the Canmore Museum & Geoscience Centre).
Cultural centreCultural centre — Canmore's community hub: pool, climbing gym, fitness centre, art galleries and the library.
Campground · CAD 31–47 — 63 sites: 56 with power and water for RVs and 7 walk-in tent sites. Showers for a fee. Reservable.
Campground · CAD 31 — 36 unserviced sites by the Bow River, very close to Canmore. No reservations (first come, first served).
CampgroundCampground · CAD 31 — 28 unserviced lakeside sites, with a playground and warm-up shelter. Reservable.
Campground · CAD 31+ — 123 sites: 89 unserviced and 34 with power for large RVs. Showers for a fee and laundry. Reservable.
CampgroundCampground · CAD 31 — 63 unserviced sites on the Spray Lakes Reservoir, above Canmore. No reservations (first come, first served).
When and how to watch elk, bears and more around Banff and Canmore: staying in your car, safe distances, bear safety and who to call.
Buses without a car, park passes, Banff's need-to-reside rule, living with wildlife in town, winter driving and free community spots.
Skip the crowds: easy and moderate trails near Banff and Canmore, each with its official status today and the safety basics.
3.8 km · +125 m · Moderate
7.8 km · +810 m · Difficult
6.4 km · +1200 m · Difficult
2.03 km · 30–60 min · Easy
2 km · Easy
2 km · Easy