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David Thompson Country is located in West Central Alberta, just north of Calgary. It is a regional tourism partnership comprised of the major population centre of Rocky Mountain House, in addition to the village of Caroline, Clearwater County and the hamlet of Nordegg in western Clearwater County. The area boasts amazing natural and cultural history for those who dare to explore. The signature trails are within serenity’s place of comfort, a camper’s and hiker’s dream with hidden gems and spectacular scenery showcasing mother nature’s very best.
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There is plenty of spectacle to tickle your fancy when it comes to David Thompson Country but above all we always extend a warm welcome and unrivaled hospitality to all.
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Rocky Rodeo Parade
07/06/2025 11:00 am
We are thrilled to unveil the theme for this year's rodeo: "Celebrating Youth in Agriculture"! 🌾🐄 Join us in recognizing the hard work, passion, and dedication
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51st Rocky Pro Rodeo
08/06/2025 9:00 am
We are thrilled to unveil the theme for this year's rodeo: "Celebrating Youth in Agriculture"! 🌾🐄 Join us in recognizing the hard work, passion, and dedication
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Hooked on Classics Car Show
26/07/2025 11:00 am
We are thrilled to unveil the theme for this year's rodeo: "Celebrating Youth in Agriculture"! 🌾🐄 Join us in recognizing the hard work, passion, and dedication
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July 20, 2017
Our Top 19 Favourite Instagram Photos of David Thompson Country: Landscape Edition
Your photos of David Thompson Country just keep getting better and better! We had so much fun seeing your adventures in our Top 15 Favourite Instagram Photos of David Thompson Country: Water Edition article that we decided we just had to write a sequel. This time, your photographic mission was to capture the landscape of the area. As usual, you never cease to amaze us, travellers!
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August 26, 2020
Must Do Canada Videos of David Thompson Country
Must Do Canada is a blogging couple who have travelled across the country showing off some the best experiences in Canada. We have been very fortunate to be showcased in several of their videos and blog articles and we have enjoyed working with them. The following are links to Must Do Canada’s visits in David […]
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July 28, 2020
Trail Blazers Proving the Need for the David Thompson Highway
The following are some of the stories about getting the David Thompson Highway built from Rocky Mountain House out to the Banff National Park. Thank you to the Rocky Mountain House Museum for sharing their information and pictures with us. “Rocky Mountain House was the end of the road west, literally, until local businessman Ernie […]