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Saddle Peak Trail Rides

The ultimate horseback adventure! Spend a day, two, three, four, or more with Saddle Peak Trail Rides as they ride and guide into their 40+ season. They look forward to helping you plan a Canadian Rockies horseback adventure! Bookings can be made through FB page, email saddlepeaktrailrides@gmail.com, calling or text 403-922-7430. Overnight packages are in association with The Crossing at Ghost River. As well they offer trips into the Yaha Tinda with accommodations in rustic cabins.

Stockmen’s Memorial Foundation Library & Archives

Immerse yourself in the history of the men and women who started ranching in western Canada almost 150 years ago with a visit to Stockmen’s. Tucked into a sunlit high-ceilinged room on the west end of the Cochrane RancheHouse is a treasure-trove of western memorabilia. A wealth of well-worn saddles, many different designs of spurs and horseshoes, literally hundreds of examples of barbed wire, and more than 19,000 books and magazines showcase Alberta’s livestock culture. Vintage cowboy hats adorn the wooden beams, looking down on cowboy art, from murals and paintings to bronze castings, including a bust of legendary cattleman, Bert Sheppard, the library’s namesake.

Rockyview Hotel / Texas Gate Bar & Grill

The Rockyview Hotel, established in 1904, revels in its Wild West past and so will you when you visit this 100-year-old establishment in Historic Downtown Cochrane. It’s hard to walk by without stopping by the striking grey and red building that looks like it could easily double as a Hollywood movie set. Completely renovated, make a weekend of it and stay in one of the western-styled rooms. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Rockyview Hotel offer a flat-screen TV.

Route 22 Collective Art Gallery

Welcome to Cochrane’s Newest Fine Art Gallery & Gift Boutique. This project is a collaboration of many dedicated local artists who care deeply about building a foundation for the arts and culture in our community. Route 22 Gallery is an elevated, multi-discipline visual arts gallery operated by the local artists. Behind the gallery display space they are also establishing an Arts Makerspace to provide arts programming for all ages.

Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage

Come and visit the University of Lethbridge Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage. With over 18 perennial gardens, walking trails, and re-purposed historic outbuildings, there are more than a few reasons to come check out this piece of paradise on the prairies. Located just 9 Km outside of Nanton.

Bar U Ranch National Historic Site

Bar U Ranch National Historic Site is the only one that commemorates the history and importance of ranching in Canada.

Twin Cities Hotel

The Twin Cities Hotel still has its original 1938 first-class country charm, plus you can experience a bit of Little New York history. Sunday afternoons feature smooth unplugged music performances by musicians from all over Alberta. Stop in at the gift shop for leather bracelets and purses as well as Twin Cities t-shirts for men and women. Grab breakfast, lunch or dinner in the family-friendly dining area and patio. The menu consists of seasonal locally grown fruit and vegetables along with top-quality, locally raised AAA Angus beef and bison, plus there’s a nutritional children’s menu.

Hartell Homestead

The Hartell Homestead opened its doors in 2020 with a mission to showcase fresh and local ingredients while bringing people closer to their food. Stop in for fresh local food, local art, meet the animals, or take a class.

Chuckwagon Café

Home to a famous all-day breakfast and Alberta’s best burger, the Chuckwagon Café has been a foothills staple for years. The delicious stop has been featured on ‘You Gotta Eat Here’, and its interior features items from local legend Ian Tyson and other unique western culture items. With various daily specials and home-baked goodies, you gotta stop here.

Anchor D Guiding and Outfitting Ltd.

Saddle up! Anchor D Guiding and Outfitting located in beautiful Kananaskis country just southwest of Calgary offers up a getaway that’s a little bit different with full-day or half-day trail rides, hunting trips, weekend trips, or week-long adventure rides. You ride the horse and on the longer trips your gear rides in a covered wagon. Your group camps under the stars every night or you can spend the night in a luxury cabin to help soothe your pleasantly weary bones at the end of the day.

The PowderHorn Saloon

Established in 1979, the Powderhorn Saloon is a Southern Albertan staple. A favourite for locals and tourists alike, the Horn offers a large choice of cold beers, a great draft selection, premium liquors, and wine. It also boasts a homemade menu with great daily specials, including a full take-out menu. Enjoy watching sports from six TVs and a projector screen, or try the VLTs and pool table. It’s also a busy hub for live music and entertainment with a live band playing every Friday night and an open jam session every Thursday night.