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Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, CanadaWaterton Lakes National Park - This magnificent
National Park was first created in 1895. In 1932, Waterton
Lakes joined with Glacier National Park of Montana to become
the Worlds' first International Peace Park. UNESCO declared
the area a World Heritage Site in 1995. The park also
maintains the distinction of having the first producing oil
well in Western Canada. Waterton Lakes National Park is 203
sq. miles or 525 sq. kilometres in size. Accommodation in
the park includes hotels, motels, and lodges as well as
several campgrounds: The Townsite Campground (238 sites) and
the Crandell Mountain Campground (129 sites). Waterton Lakes
National Park offers a wide variety of activities such as
hiking, golfing, boating, cycling, and fishing, all of which
provide visitors a breathtaking view of the mountainous
area. The park is accessible year round and a National Park
entrance fee will be collected starting the third Monday in
May until September 30. Waterton Natural History Museum - The Heritage
Centre is located in the old firehall on Main St. It is a
small museum with exhibits of human and natural history,
operates a bookstore and changing art gallery.
Waterton Shoreline Cruise -
Scenic 2 hour cruise along the shoreline of Waterton Lake
that takes visitors across the international border into the
US. Cruise schedules 1/2 hour stop at Goat Haunt, Montana
where guests can hike or spend the day and return on a later
cruise. Also offer Hikers Shuttle service to Crypt
Lake. The Historic Kilmorey Lodge- is one of the original buildings in the town site and began receiving guests in the late 1920's. The beautiful log style building is reminiscent of a country inn, furnished with antiques and treasures collected over the years. Photographs from days gone by line the hallways, a visual history of the lodge and the early years of Waterton Lakes National Park. Each room is decorated with antique furniture, and a beautiful down comforter on every bed. Fine dining is always a pleasure in the award-winning Lamp Post Dining Room, or enjoy a cocktail in the Ram's Head Lounge. For the outdoor atmosphere in the summer months, the casual Gazebo Cafe overlooks the serene beauty of Emerald Bay. |
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If you would like to make a
reservation, need more information or just to leave a
friendly message, please e-mail us at info@watertonpark.com |
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