Activities and experiences

Waterton Lakes National Park

Waterton Lakes National Park offers plenty to keep visitors busy. Sightsee on scenic roadways, watching for abundant wildlife. Explore natural attractions, from a vivid red canyon to mist-cloaked waterfalls. Visit the postcard-perfect Waterton community for day hikes, a historic hotel and a range of water activities.

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Wildlife watching

Whether you plan to drive the roads, hike the trails, or relax in town, there are many opportunities to observe wildlife.

Trail conditions

Whether it's a leisurely walk or a longer hike, make your trip a safe one by checking the latest conditions.

Activities by season

Warmer temperatures bring the crowds in July and August, but Waterton is a year-round destination.

All activities

Ideas for things to do in Waterton Lakes National Park, are water activities, wildlife viewing, interpretive programs, volunteering, special events.

Calendar of events

Take part in a wide range of events, special activities and memorable experiences in Waterton Lakes National Park

Camping and overnight accommodations

Types of campgrounds and nearby accommodations

Waterton Lakes Visitor Centre

Explore the new visitor centre in the heart of the Waterton community

Day use areas

Information on picnicking and day use areas in Waterton Lakes National Park.

Red chairs

We have four sets of red chairs set in scenic locations throughout Waterton Lakes National Park.

Tours and programs

Guided tours, programs, and learning experiences

Volunteering

Volunteering in Waterton Lakes National Park

Camping and overnight accommodations

Back-country camping Backcountry camping
Camping Camping and overnight accommodation
Camping Group camping
Accommodation Reservations
Accommodation Nearby accommodations
Camping Winter camping

Things to do

Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Beaches Beach
Sea birds Bird watching
Bison viewing Bison watching
Boat tour Boat tour
Sailboating Boating
Canoeing Canoeing
Cross-country skiing Cross country skiing
Bicycles Cycling
Exhibit Day Camps
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Fatbike
Fishing Fishing
Golf Golf
Hiking Hiking
Horseback riding Horseback riding
Ice climbing Ice climbing
Ice skating
Inline Skating
Notice board Interpretive trail
Kayaking Kayaking
Wind surfing Kite surfing
Lookout Lookout
Motorboating Motorboating
Mountain biking Mountain biking
Rock climbing Mountain climbing
Sea Kayaking Paddling
Parking Parking
Parking Paid parking
Photo Opportunity Photography
Picnic area Picnicking
Playground Playground
Lookout Red chairs
Coffee shop Restaurant or café
Sailboating Sailboating
Base diving Scuba diving
Ski touring Ski touring
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing
Stargazing
Swimming Swimming
Tennis Tennis
Theatre Theatre
Tobogganing Tobogganing
Interpretation Tours and programs
Exhibit Volunteering
Water skiing Water skiing
Photo Opportunity Wildflower viewing
Wind surfing Windsurfing
Exhibit Youth Programs

Facilities and services

Accessible parking
Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Accessible Facilities Accessible toilets
Accommodation Accommodation
ATM Bank or ATM
Beaches Beaches
Bus parking Bus parking
Camping Camping
Canoe rental Canoe rentals
Electric car charging station Electric car charging station
Bicycle rental Cycling rentals
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Interpretation centre Indoor Exhibit
First Aid
Gift Shop Gift shop
Information Information
Interpretation Interpretation
Kayak rental Kayak rentals
Lookout Lookout
Restrooms Outhouses
Parking Parking
Parking Pay parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Picnic Shelter Picnic shelter
Playground Playground
Coffee shop Restaurant or café
Restrooms Toilets
Warden station
WiFi Wi-Fi
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