Explore Kananaskis

🚍✨ Kananaskis Summer Bus Schedule, Now Running! Explore Kananaskis easily this summer with a free, public bus service connecting major points of interest in the region. 📍 Stops include: Kananaskis Village     •    Kananaskis Outfitters @kanoutfitters (bike rentals, bear spray rentals, & summer gear shopping)     •    @kananaskislodge (accommodation)     •    Restaurants & Patios: Forte, Blacktail Bar, Cedar Room, Woody’s Pub     •    Moose Family Kitchen (Japanese cuisine, ice cream, souvenirs)     •    Kananaskis Nordic Spa @knordicspa (wellness + hydrotherapy) Boundary Ranch     •    Boundary Ranch @boundaryranch (Horseback riding, wildlife museum + souvenirs) Kananaskis Country Golf Course and Summit Restaurant & Patio     •    @kananaskisgolf (Scenic golfing + patio) Mount Kidd RV Park     •    @mountkiddrvpark Camping + souvenirs at Mount Kidd RV Park Wedge Pond     •    Swimming, picnics + easy lakeside strolls Barrier Lake Kananaskis Boathouse     •    Canoe, kayak + SUP rentals at Barrier Lake with @kanoutfitters ℹ️ Important info:     •    Free service for all visitors     •    First-come, first-served seating     •    Equipment permitted onboard     •    Arrive ~5 minutes before departure     •    Departure times listed Learn more at the link in our bio. Happy Exploring!

Are you last-minute planning for the May Long Weekend? ☀️ Hiking tours, bike rentals, boat rentals, trails, lake days — everything starts this weekend! The boathouse officially opens on Saturday, May 16, and we couldn’t be more ready. No reservations necessary, pop by and rent a canoe, kayak or SUP. If you’re heading to Kananaskis this spring/summer, make a plan now and beat the rush 👊. Book your tours and bike rentals through the link in our bio.

Game on 🏓 The Kananaskis Village Pickleball Courts are officially open for the season! Need gear? Pickleball paddle and ball rentals are available through @kanoutfitters in the Village Centre, so it’s easy to grab your gear and head straight to the courts for a friendly match in the mountains. ✨ @kananaskislodge guests can also borrow paddles and balls from concierge. Mountain views, fresh air, and a little healthy competition — the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon in Kananaskis. 📸 Photo credit: @rebeccahardcastle_ #KananaskisIsCalling #Pickleball #CanadianRockies

The wait is over ☀️🚣The Kananaskis Boathouse officially opens Saturday, May 16, and summer in Kananaskis is officially ON. Canoe, kayak and SUP rentals, tours, lake days — this is what we’ve been waiting for. Who’s ready for the first weekend of the season? 👇 . #explorekananaskis #kananaskis #boatrentals #barrierlake

Frames from a beautiful summer day last year with @explorekananaskis and @kananaskisgolf . I rarely share client work on here but I’d like to change that (the 100th time I’ve said this). #explorekananaskis #golfalberta #kananaskis

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, mother figures, and nurturers who make the world a little wilder, stronger, and more beautiful. 🤍 Home to a thriving mama grizzly population — and countless animals brought to life and guided by mothers big and small — the spirit of motherhood runs deeply throughout this region. 🐻 From scenic hikes and horseback rides to spa days, mountain brunches, and iconic golf views, Kananaskis is the perfect place to celebrate Mom. 🌿💐 Check out Mother’s Day in Kananaskis at the Kananaskis events calendar in our bio. 📸1️⃣: @amandapeddie_ 📸2️⃣:@raflopez 
🎥3️⃣: @erintetley #KananaskisIsCalling #CanadianRockies #MothersDay

The village bike trails are ready to ride 🚲☀️ Bike rentals are officially back at KAN Outfitters. Longer days, dry trails, and summer adventures are getting closer by the minute. Whether you’re heading out for a quick ride or planning a full day in the mountains, we’ve got you covered. Stop by the shop, grab a bike, and get after it. Spring is in full swing 👊 . #explorekananaskis #bikerental #kananaskis

Every season reveals something new out here ✨ As winter softens into spring, the lakes don’t just melt, they transform. Before wildflowers fully arrive, there’s this fleeting, in-between moment: candle ice. Also known as candlestick ice, it forms during the spring thaw as sunlight and warming water reshape the surface into delicate, vertical columns, like a field of glassy needles. If you listen closely, you might hear it… a soft, tinkling sound as the ice gently brushes together. A reminder that even in the quietest transitions, Kananaskis is full of small, unexpected beauty. ⚠️ For your safety, always check @alberta_parks cold water guidance before heading out: albertaparks.ca/coldwatersafety/ Even in warmer months, these lakes stay extremely cold and conditions can be deceiving. 📍 Barrier Lake, Kananaskis 🎥 @i_luvbanff #KananaskisisCalling #candleice #CandianRockies #explorealberta

I didn’t ski enough this year! But, I did get to experience perfect groomers at Nakiska on a freshly tuned pair of slalom skis…which counts for something! 🤞 for good snow and good vibes next season! 📸 by the 🐐 @shimizuimg #ExploreKananaskis #Nakiska

This is what’s coming 👇 Long days. Warm evenings. More time outside. If you’re planning time in the mountains this summer, now’s the time to start locking things in. Reserver your gear through the link in our bio. . #explorekananaskis #planahead #kananaskis #bikerental

Sunset on Smutwood Peak turns the entire ridge gold 🌄 A challenging Kananaskis hike: 18.5 km round trip with 967 m of elevation gain. Expect several scramble sections and loose rock. Not for beginners, but one of the most rewarding ridge hikes in the area. Would you take this on? 📸: @n__malenica #ExploreKananaskis #KananaskisIsCalling #CanadianRockies #hikecanada #hikealberta

Calling all runners 🏔️👟 You’re invited! The Explore Kananaskis Half Marathon & 10K is your chance to spend a weekend in the mountains connecting with community, soaking in breathtaking views, and running through one of Alberta’s most beautiful landscapes. 📅 July 25 & 26 ✨ Two distances. Two days. One unforgettable setting in Kananaskis Country. Built on a strong commitment to protecting this wild landscape, this is a race experience that gives back to the place it calls home. 👉 Learn more at the events page in our bio or @kananaskishalf 🎥 @raflopez