Crowsnest Pass Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
specialized municipality in Alberta
About Crowsnest Pass
The Crowsnest Pass area on both sides of the provincial boundary is rich in coal deposits, which were quickly developed after completion of the rail line. All the mines on the Alberta side were closed by the end of the 20th century as cheaper and safer open-pit mines opened on the British Columbia side of the pass. Some logging and oil and gas exploitation also occur in the area and a sulphur plant has been in operation there for several years. Tourism based on the natural and historical resources of the area remains underdeveloped but is slowly growing. Before the arrival of Europeans, Aboriginal people used this major breach through the Front Ranges for seasonal migrations, and also for trade between mountain and plains cultures. The first motor vehicle to cross the Canadian Rockies did
Top Attractions in Crowsnest Pass
Explore the best things to see and do in Crowsnest Pass:
- ★Bellevue Mine Provincial Historic Site
- ★Crowsnest Museum
- ★Crowsnest Swimming Pool
- ★Frank Slide Interpretive Centre
- ★Leitch Colleries
- ★Pass Powderkeg
- ★Sinister 7 Ultra Marathon
Where to Eat in Crowsnest Pass
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Chris' Restaurant
- 🍴Cinnamon Bear Bakery and Cafe
- 🍴Stone's Throw Cafe
Where to Stay in Crowsnest Pass
- 🏨Country Encounters
- 🏨SpringBreak Flower Farm bed and breakfast
- 🏨The Kanata by BCMInns Blairmore
- 🏨Travelodge by Wyndham Blairmore
Crowsnest Pass Travel Guide Sections
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