Tour
Interpretive walks, fat biking, fly fishing, remote backpacking trips and so much more! Discover new activities and experiences set in interesting open spaces in the South Canadian Rockies region. Pre-plan your next adventure with a knowledgeable and passionate local area expert on a guided tour to learn new skills and discover facts about our unique area.
Tour listing
3 Rivers Rendezvous
Join them on their 25th annual May Long Weekend festival for the 3 Rivers Rendezvous in Southwest Alberta. They were excited to be able to host everyone last year and see the numbers bouncing back. The Pinch-o-Crow Creekers has camping, meals and activities and of course great paddling all set for a great gathering of paddlers and their families. There will be trips on the Crowsnest, Castle and Oldman Rivers. And there are the Elk, Wigwam, Bull Rivers, Upper Oldman…
Lille Historical Tour
It is the stories that make Lille come alive. Go back in time as you learn about why people moved and settled in Crowsnest Pass. Discover old mine ruins, settlements, a cemetery, and mine entrances as we venture towards the ghost town of Lille. Join Uplift Adventures for an incredible opportunity to explore the ghost town of Lille. Availability (May – Oct): Saturdays & Mondays from 9 – 4pm, and private bookings available for groups of 4 or more
Miner’s Path Guided Historical Tour
Escape into the rich history along the Miner’s Path, and retrace the stories of the miners and people living in the early 1900s. Coleman was a town built on coal mining and is now recognized as a National Historical Site. Book your 3 hour, family friendly tour with Uplift Adventures, availability is from May-Oct and tours run Fri-Sun from 12:00 – 3: 00pm. Private bookings available for groups of 4 or more
Venture Seven
Owned and operated by Daniel Vanderpyl, Venture Seven is dedicated to helping people build skills and confidence in the outdoor adventure world. The company offers certificate-based courses through the Outdoor Council of Canada and the Leave No Trace Centre for Outdoor Ethics, giving participants high-quality, nationally recognized training in safe and responsible outdoor travel. Venture Seven also leads guided excursions—including hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, caving, and snowshoeing—that allow adventurers to explore with expert support. Beyond instruction and guided trips, the…
Dark Sky Guides Ltd.
When the sun goes down, Dark Sky Guides Ltd. swings into action. The outfit offers interpretive nighttime tours and stargazing opportunities in Waterton Lakes National Park. If you’re not a night owl, consider a midday snowshoe tour or a visit to the Waterton Planetarium (open daily). The Dark Sky Guides are storytellers that deliver personable, memorable, interpretive tours that focus on showcasing the night sky, the moon and neighbouring planets, deep sky objects like distant nebulae and star clusters, the…
Uplift Adventures Inc. – Crowsnest Pass
Uplift Adventures is a small business homegrown in the South Canadian Rockies. They help people explore and connect to the mountains through various nature and history-based tours, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, multi-day backpacking, outdoor rock climbing, and more. They inspire outdoor enthusiasts to take their skills to the next level by providing high-quality outdoor courses such as wilderness first aid, foraging, navigation, outdoor climbing, and backcountry safety. Uplift operates in Waterton Lakes National Park, Castle Provincial Parks, and Crowsnest Pass.
WILDR fitness Events Camps and Training
WILDR fitness Events Camps and Training in Pincher Creek offers outdoor fitness events, camps and guided runs that build confidence and adventure. Based out of a converted barn between Waterton and Pincher Creek, this hub anchors active experiences across the Waterton-Castle region. Saturday guided runs explore nearby mountains and coulees, with routes suited to everyone from run/walkers to seasoned marathoners, always pairing a solid workout with big-sky views. The Rough Runner at Castle Mountain Resort challenges participants to run, sprint,…
Alberta Fly-Fishing
The Crowsnest Pass is an angler’s paradise. Alberta Fly-Fishing is the easy way to experience all the area has to offer. Since 1988, the outfit has been helping visitors hook a big trout—whether it’s a rainbow, cutthroat, brown or bull. The guides at Alberta Fly-Fishing know the area like the back of their hands. They’re happy to take you to the headwaters of the Oldman/Livingstone, Crowsnest, Castle or Waterton rivers. They know the techniques and tackle needed to land the…
The Bellevue Underground Mine
Equipped with a miner’s helmet and lamp, the Bellevue Underground Mine tour takes you 1,000 feet into the mine where you will be 150 feet below the surface. Guided by knowledgeable Heritage Interpreters, this family-friendly experience lets you explore the mine’s inner workings while immersing yourself in the rich mining history of the Crowsnest Pass. Tour Details: Duration: One hour Temperature: Around 4-6°C; dress warmly. Terrain: Consistent elevation; packed coal and gravel floor. Tunnel Size: Lowest point is 8′ in…
The Crowsnest Angler Fly Shop & Guide Service
The Crowsnest Angler is the longest-established fly shop and guide service in SW Alberta and has been guiding in this region since 1984. They provide float and walk & wade trips in SW Alberta and SE British Columbia. Their full-service fly shop is open year-round. Alberta and B.C. license are available.
