Rocky & Nancy’s guidebook
Area Hikes
Rocky Mountain House area and the David Thompson Corridor contain many scenic hikes of varying skill levels. Whether you want to take a short brisk walk through the forest or you might want to put your endurance to the test, there's likely a hike that's for you.
Waterfalls, a canyon , the Siffleur River and the majestic Saskatchewan River are some of the joys of this accessible hike. The hike can be done year round and provides a wonderful perspective on the Kootenay Plains where the native Indians spent their winters due to the warm climate of the area. It is a 9.7 km heavily trafficked out and back trail located in the David Thompson corridor west of Nordegg, Alberta, that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October.
7 persone del luogo consigliano
Siffleur Falls
Waterfalls, a canyon , the Siffleur River and the majestic Saskatchewan River are some of the joys of this accessible hike. The hike can be done year round and provides a wonderful perspective on the Kootenay Plains where the native Indians spent their winters due to the warm climate of the area. It is a 9.7 km heavily trafficked out and back trail located in the David Thompson corridor west of Nordegg, Alberta, that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October.
Allstones Lake Trail is a 8.3 km moderately trafficked out and back trail with trailhead located on Hwy 11 west of Nordegg, Alberta, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. Good brook trout fishing in lake, open all year with a limit of 2.
Allstones Lake
Allstones Lake Trail is a 8.3 km moderately trafficked out and back trail with trailhead located on Hwy 11 west of Nordegg, Alberta, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. Good brook trout fishing in lake, open all year with a limit of 2.
Kinglet Lake is a 11.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail with trailhead located on hwy 11 in Kootenay Plains about 2 km west of Siffleur Falls parking lot. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until August. Good cutthroat trout fishing, open all year, bait ban, catch and release only.
Kinglet Lake, AB
Kinglet Lake is a 11.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail with trailhead located on hwy 11 in Kootenay Plains about 2 km west of Siffleur Falls parking lot. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until August. Good cutthroat trout fishing, open all year, bait ban, catch and release only.
Landslide Lake is accessible 2 different ways. One is shorter (about 22 km) but steeper and the other is longer (about 30 km) but an easier hike. Trailhead for the long gradual hike is located just south of the Cline River on Hwy 11. Hike west on the trail to Entry Creek (about 7 km crossing a steep tributary valley about half way) then turn south (left) on the Landslide Lake trail and proceed south for about 8 km to Landslide Lake, passing the Lake of Falls Trailhead at about km 5. The clearly signed trailhead for the short steep route is located about 8 km west of the Siffleur Falls parking lot located just north of Hwy 11. It is a moderately trafficked out and back trail. It features a few lakes and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from June until October. There are 3 trout-stocked lakes in the area, regulations vary so make sure to check them .
Landslide Lake
Landslide Lake is accessible 2 different ways. One is shorter (about 22 km) but steeper and the other is longer (about 30 km) but an easier hike. Trailhead for the long gradual hike is located just south of the Cline River on Hwy 11. Hike west on the trail to Entry Creek (about 7 km crossing a steep tributary valley about half way) then turn south (left) on the Landslide Lake trail and proceed south for about 8 km to Landslide Lake, passing the Lake of Falls Trailhead at about km 5. The clearly signed trailhead for the short steep route is located about 8 km west of the Siffleur Falls parking lot located just north of Hwy 11. It is a moderately trafficked out and back trail. It features a few lakes and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from June until October. There are 3 trout-stocked lakes in the area, regulations vary so make sure to check them .
Baldy Fire Lookout via Shunda Mountain Trail is a 5.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. Turn off of hwy 11 about 300 meters west of Nordegg town entrance. Travel north approximately 5 km staying on Baldy Tower/ Shunda Mountain Road which ends at a gate where you'll park. Trail starts behind gate and is the roadbed up to Baldy Lookout Tower. It offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and bird watching and is best used from April until September.
Shunda Mountain
Baldy Fire Lookout via Shunda Mountain Trail is a 5.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. Turn off of hwy 11 about 300 meters west of Nordegg town entrance. Travel north approximately 5 km staying on Baldy Tower/ Shunda Mountain Road which ends at a gate where you'll park. Trail starts behind gate and is the roadbed up to Baldy Lookout Tower. It offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and bird watching and is best used from April until September.
Coliseum Mountain Trail is a 15.1 kilometer heavily trafficked out and back trail. Turn off hwy 11 about 300 meters west of Nordegg Town entrance and travel north about 2 km to Eagle Drive. Trailhead is located at the east end of Eagle Drive. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate/difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October.
Coliseum Mountain
Coliseum Mountain Trail is a 15.1 kilometer heavily trafficked out and back trail. Turn off hwy 11 about 300 meters west of Nordegg Town entrance and travel north about 2 km to Eagle Drive. Trailhead is located at the east end of Eagle Drive. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate/difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October.
Hoodoo Creek is a 5.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. Trailhead is located about 2 km west of Windy Point on hwy 11. It features a set of hoodoos in view of the trail and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from May until October.
Hoodoo Creek
39106 David Thompson HwyHoodoo Creek is a 5.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. Trailhead is located about 2 km west of Windy Point on hwy 11. It features a set of hoodoos in view of the trail and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from May until October.
Vision Quest Ridge Scramble is a 6.3 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. The trailhead is located at the Waste Transfer Station which is about 6 km west of Windy Point on hwy 11. It offers amazing views of Abraham Lake. Steep initial hike and scrambling/ridge walk. It also features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and camping and is best used from May until October.
Vision Quest
Vision Quest Ridge Scramble is a 6.3 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. The trailhead is located at the Waste Transfer Station which is about 6 km west of Windy Point on hwy 11. It offers amazing views of Abraham Lake. Steep initial hike and scrambling/ridge walk. It also features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and camping and is best used from May until October.
Tershishner Falls is a 2.7 km out and back trail located near Nordegg, Alberta. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking.
Tershishner Creek
Tershishner Falls is a 2.7 km out and back trail located near Nordegg, Alberta. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking.
Two O'Clock Ridge is a 11.1 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near the south end of Abraham Lake. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October.
Two O-Clock Creek Campground
Two O'Clock Ridge is a 11.1 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near the south end of Abraham Lake. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October.
Coral Creek Canyon Trail is a 8.0 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. The trailhead is located just north of the Cline River on Hwy 11 and the first part of the trail is on a reclaimed road. The first 2 km is forested so no spectacular views but after that great picnic spots with excellent vistas can be found. It features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October.
Coral Creek Canyon
Coral Creek Canyon Trail is a 8.0 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail. The trailhead is located just north of the Cline River on Hwy 11 and the first part of the trail is on a reclaimed road. The first 2 km is forested so no spectacular views but after that great picnic spots with excellent vistas can be found. It features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October.
The Peppers Lake trail is about a 3 km loop around the lake and would be rated for all skill levels. Peppers Lake is located along Hwy 40 (gravel road) about 80 km southwest of Rocky Mountain House or about 50 km south of Nordegg. Trout stocked lake with Brook Trout and Rainbows, open all year with a 5 fish limit. Scenic Ram Fall is located about 10 km north of Peppers Lake. A nice day-outing from Rocky Mountain House is the Hwy 40 Loop - pack a picnic lunch and head southwest on Hwy 752, turn right on Hwy 40, stop at Peppers Lake and picnic at Ram Falls, enjoy supper in Nordegg and return to Rocky. Great scenery and possible wildlife viewings along the way.
Peppers Lake
The Peppers Lake trail is about a 3 km loop around the lake and would be rated for all skill levels. Peppers Lake is located along Hwy 40 (gravel road) about 80 km southwest of Rocky Mountain House or about 50 km south of Nordegg. Trout stocked lake with Brook Trout and Rainbows, open all year with a 5 fish limit. Scenic Ram Fall is located about 10 km north of Peppers Lake. A nice day-outing from Rocky Mountain House is the Hwy 40 Loop - pack a picnic lunch and head southwest on Hwy 752, turn right on Hwy 40, stop at Peppers Lake and picnic at Ram Falls, enjoy supper in Nordegg and return to Rocky. Great scenery and possible wildlife viewings along the way.
Goldeye Lake Trail is a 3.2 km low trafficked loop trail. The trailhead is located near the boat launch in Goldeye Lake Provincial Recreation Area which is 10 minutes west of Nordegg and 1 km off of hwy 11. It features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from March until October. Fishing for rainbow trout, and open all year with a 5 fish limit.
Goldeye Lake
Goldeye Lake Trail is a 3.2 km low trafficked loop trail. The trailhead is located near the boat launch in Goldeye Lake Provincial Recreation Area which is 10 minutes west of Nordegg and 1 km off of hwy 11. It features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from March until October. Fishing for rainbow trout, and open all year with a 5 fish limit.
Fish Lake Trail is a 4.7 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail. Trailhead is located near boat launch in the Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area which is approximately 10 minutes west of Nordegg and 1 km off of hwy 11. It features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from March until October. Fishing for rainbow trout in lake, open all year, limit of 5.
Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area
Range Road 155 RoadFish Lake Trail is a 4.7 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail. Trailhead is located near boat launch in the Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area which is approximately 10 minutes west of Nordegg and 1 km off of hwy 11. It features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from March until October. Fishing for rainbow trout in lake, open all year, limit of 5.
Crimson Lake Loop: Amerada Trail is a 10 km moderately trafficked loop around Crimson lake that is good for all skill levels. The trailhead is located at the Crimson Lake beach parking lot. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October
Crimson Lake
Crimson Lake Loop: Amerada Trail is a 10 km moderately trafficked loop around Crimson lake that is good for all skill levels. The trailhead is located at the Crimson Lake beach parking lot. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October
Sightseeing
Rocky Mountain House and the David Thompson corridor contain some of the prettiest scenery Alberta has to offer. Picturesque lakes, thundering waterfalls and scenic gorges... they can all be found in our ‘backyard.’
The turn-off to Crescent Falls is located about 15 minutes west of Nordegg on Hwy 11. A viewpoint for the Bighorn River Canyon is located about 2.5 km down this gravel road and Crescent Falls is a further 2.5 km. From the parking area the view points for the double set of picturesque falls are a scant 200 meters. Great picnic and photography opportunities here.
13 persone del luogo consigliano
Crescent Falls
The turn-off to Crescent Falls is located about 15 minutes west of Nordegg on Hwy 11. A viewpoint for the Bighorn River Canyon is located about 2.5 km down this gravel road and Crescent Falls is a further 2.5 km. From the parking area the view points for the double set of picturesque falls are a scant 200 meters. Great picnic and photography opportunities here.
Ram Falls is located about 90 km southwest of Rocky Mountain House on Hwy 40. The boardwalk trail (with lots of stairs) is found at the east end of the campground and leads to spectacular views of Ram Falls. Great picnicking spot and also a great opportunity to possibly view bighorn sheep. Another sightseeing opportunity along this route is Peppers Lake which is 10 km south and has a nice hiking trail around the lake and more picnicking spots.
Ram Falls Provincial Park
Forestry Trunk RoadRam Falls is located about 90 km southwest of Rocky Mountain House on Hwy 40. The boardwalk trail (with lots of stairs) is found at the east end of the campground and leads to spectacular views of Ram Falls. Great picnicking spot and also a great opportunity to possibly view bighorn sheep. Another sightseeing opportunity along this route is Peppers Lake which is 10 km south and has a nice hiking trail around the lake and more picnicking spots.
Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site is one of Canada’s fine examples of how the fur trade helped shape the nation. Enjoy exhibits, walk through archaeological remains of the four forts, get hands on experience with Métis skills of the fur trade. Stay awhile and camp in Indigenous trapper’s tents and tipis.
8 persone del luogo consigliano
Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site
Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site is one of Canada’s fine examples of how the fur trade helped shape the nation. Enjoy exhibits, walk through archaeological remains of the four forts, get hands on experience with Métis skills of the fur trade. Stay awhile and camp in Indigenous trapper’s tents and tipis.
The Rocky Museum showcases the history of the pioneers who homesteaded in this area, worked in the lumber camps and sawmills, and sent their children to one-room schoolhouses.
Step into the past with your family. The Rocky Museum exhibits household effects of the farming families who cooked on wood stoves, rode to town in horse-drawn wagons, and hunted, fished, and trapped for their food. You may also listen to a song played on our 1917 Amherst player piano, or bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in our Pioneer Park.
Rocky Museum
5406 48 StThe Rocky Museum showcases the history of the pioneers who homesteaded in this area, worked in the lumber camps and sawmills, and sent their children to one-room schoolhouses.
Step into the past with your family. The Rocky Museum exhibits household effects of the farming families who cooked on wood stoves, rode to town in horse-drawn wagons, and hunted, fished, and trapped for their food. You may also listen to a song played on our 1917 Amherst player piano, or bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in our Pioneer Park.
Nordegg, Alberta attracts outdoor enthusiasts with endless possibilities for adventure. From fishing on the Northern Lakes or riding the Nordegg bike trails, to ice climbing or exploring Abraham Lake and discovering the many hiking trails, Nordegg offers excitement for the whole family.
12 persone del luogo consigliano
Nordegg
Nordegg, Alberta attracts outdoor enthusiasts with endless possibilities for adventure. From fishing on the Northern Lakes or riding the Nordegg bike trails, to ice climbing or exploring Abraham Lake and discovering the many hiking trails, Nordegg offers excitement for the whole family.
In its heydey, the Brazeau Collieries Mine Site produced more than 10 million tons of coal between 1911 and 1955. One of the largest briquette operations in Canada, the mines at Nordegg were renowned for their innovative technology and practices. Today, the site highlights the history of the busy coal community. Explore this local treasure with daily guided tours of the largely intact industrial complex running May to September. This site is an excellent stop for everyone to experience the thrills and tragedies of working in a coal mine. The site is open from May Long Weekend to August and is located 170 km west of Red Deer on Highway 11, in the town of Nordegg.
Visit the Website Find on the Map
Brazeau Collieries Mine National Heritage Site
In its heydey, the Brazeau Collieries Mine Site produced more than 10 million tons of coal between 1911 and 1955. One of the largest briquette operations in Canada, the mines at Nordegg were renowned for their innovative technology and practices. Today, the site highlights the history of the busy coal community. Explore this local treasure with daily guided tours of the largely intact industrial complex running May to September. This site is an excellent stop for everyone to experience the thrills and tragedies of working in a coal mine. The site is open from May Long Weekend to August and is located 170 km west of Red Deer on Highway 11, in the town of Nordegg.
Visit the Website Find on the Map
Abraham Lake was created in 1972, with the construction of the Bighorn Dam. The Government of Alberta sponsored a contest to name the lake in February 1972, during the final stages of construction of the Bighorn dam. Students across the province were asked to submit names taking into consideration "historical significance, prominent persons, geography and topography, and the value of the lake." It was named for Silas Abraham, an inhabitant of the Saskatchewan River valley in the nineteenth century. Although man-made, the lake has the blue color of other glacial lakes in the Rocky Mountains, which is caused by rock flour as in other glacial lakes. Another attraction that brings many to Abraham Lake are the winter Ice Bubbles which form from methane gas bubbling up from the lake bottom. Best viewed in January to February.
17 persone del luogo consigliano
Abraham Lake
Abraham Lake was created in 1972, with the construction of the Bighorn Dam. The Government of Alberta sponsored a contest to name the lake in February 1972, during the final stages of construction of the Bighorn dam. Students across the province were asked to submit names taking into consideration "historical significance, prominent persons, geography and topography, and the value of the lake." It was named for Silas Abraham, an inhabitant of the Saskatchewan River valley in the nineteenth century. Although man-made, the lake has the blue color of other glacial lakes in the Rocky Mountains, which is caused by rock flour as in other glacial lakes. Another attraction that brings many to Abraham Lake are the winter Ice Bubbles which form from methane gas bubbling up from the lake bottom. Best viewed in January to February.
Food scene
Several great food options in Rocky whether you’re looking for a beverage and snack or a full meal. Check them out.
Fine dining restaurant that specializes in Korean & Italian cuisine. Kid friendly, vegetarian and gluten free options. Prices range from $5 - $50. Rated as #1 restaurants in Rocky on tripadvisor.
Cucina
4941 AB-11Fine dining restaurant that specializes in Korean & Italian cuisine. Kid friendly, vegetarian and gluten free options. Prices range from $5 - $50. Rated as #1 restaurants in Rocky on tripadvisor.
Local cuisine, steakhouse, bar, vegetarian friendly. Serves breakfast lunch and dinner.
Grillers Steakhouse
4915 45 StLocal cuisine, steakhouse, bar, vegetarian friendly. Serves breakfast lunch and dinner.
Great barbecued ribs, chicken, smoked brisket served with a nice variety of side dishes. Lots of craft beers on tap too. Live local music on Thursday evenings.
Olde Smokey's BBQ Shack
4831 50 StGreat barbecued ribs, chicken, smoked brisket served with a nice variety of side dishes. Lots of craft beers on tap too. Live local music on Thursday evenings.
Fo4rty Ei8ht
4504 48 AveSports bar & grill.
Pizza and Canadian cuisine. Kid friendly, vegetarian friendly with vegan and gluten free options.
Boston Pizza
4402 41 AvePizza and Canadian cuisine. Kid friendly, vegetarian friendly with vegan and gluten free options.
Bang's Bistro
4528E 47 AveJapanese, sushi, Asian, vegetarian friendly.
Copper Creek Cafe
5033 50 StWorld class coffee and atmosphere. Check it out
Rocky Mountain Mudd
5020 52 AveGreat variety of coffees and other drink options.
Nordegg Lodge Hotel
1 Stuart StCanadian cuisine, burgers, steaks etc.
Great stop for coffee and homemade pie. Also serves soups and sandwiches.
8 persone del luogo consigliano
Miners' Cafe
619 Unit A Miners CrescentGreat stop for coffee and homemade pie. Also serves soups and sandwiches.