Sightseeing

Peter Lougheed Provincial Park

📍 AB-40, Kananaskis, AB, Canada

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: Half day to full day
Opening Hours: Open year-round; visitor center May 7 to October 12, 9:00-18:00, December 1 to March 31, 9:00-16:15 (closed April 1 to May 6 and October 13 to November 30)
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Park entry is free; however, parking in the Kananaskis area requires a Kananaskis Conservation Pass: private vehicle CAD$15/day or CAD$90/year
Address: AB-40, Kananaskis, AB, Canada
Coordinates: 50.6967, -115.1687

Introduction

Peter Lougheed Provincial Park is located in the Kananaskis region of Alberta, Canada, and is one of the largest provincial parks in the Rocky Mountain foothills. The park is renowned for its magnificent mountain scenery, pristine lakes (such as Rawson Lake and Chester Lake), and abundant hiking trails, making it a popular destination for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. The park features multiple campgrounds and a visitor information center.

✨ Highlights

Rawson Lake hiking trail, ending at an alpine lake surrounded by mountains

At Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Rawson Lake hiking trail, ending at an alpine lake surrounded by mountains is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Classic hiking trails including Chester Lake

At Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Classic hiking trails including Chester Lake is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery and wildlife

At Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery and wildlife is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Multiple campgrounds and visitor information center

At Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Multiple campgrounds and visitor information center is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：Open year-round; visitor center May 7 to October 12, 9:00-18:00, December 1 to March 31, 9:00-16:15 (closed April 1 to May 6 and October 13 to November 30)

→Transportation：From Calgary, take Highway 1 west to Canmore, then turn south onto Highway 40 for approximately 50 km

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Park entry is free; however, parking in the Kananaskis area requires a Kananaskis Conservation Pass: private vehicle CAD$15/day or CAD$90/year

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round; visitor center May 7 to October 12, 9:00-18:00, December 1 to March 31, 9:00-16:15 (closed April 1 to May 6 and October 13 to November 30); admission: Park entry is free; however, parking in the Kananaskis area requires a Kananaskis Conservation Pass: private vehicle CAD$15/day or CAD$90/year.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park?

Open year-round; visitor center May 7 to October 12, 9:00-18:00, December 1 to March 31, 9:00-16:15 (closed April 1 to May 6 and October 13 to November 30)

How much is the admission for Peter Lougheed Provincial Park?

Adult: Free; Park entry is free; however, parking in the Kananaskis area requires a Kananaskis Conservation Pass: private vehicle CAD$15/day or CAD$90/year

Any practical tips for visiting Peter Lougheed Provincial Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round; visitor center May 7 to October 12, 9:00-18:00, December 1 to March 31, 9:00-16:15 (closed April 1 to May 6 and October 13 to November 30); admission: Park entry is free; however, parking in the Kananaskis area requires a Kananaskis Conservation Pass: private vehicle CAD$15/day or CAD$90/year. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.