Kananaskis Country, Alberta
Banff Without the Crowds
Wild Rockies peaks, hiking, and a luxe mountain spa near Calgary.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Kananaskis Country, Alberta.
Hike dramatic Rockies trails with fewer crowds.
A renowned mountain Nordic spa.
Wildlife, lakes, and golf.
Skiing and ice climbing in winter.
Alberta's quieter Rockies escape.
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Kananaskis is Alberta's locals' secret — the Canadian Rockies' beauty just south of Banff, with dramatic peaks, alpine hikes, abundant wildlife, and a famous Nordic spa, all with a fraction of the crowds. Wild yet close to Calgary.
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Kananaskis Country, Alberta
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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