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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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Snowy Saturdays
January 19 @ 10:00 am
Snowy Saturdays are back! 10am-3pm every saturday from January 19th to March 2nd, Crimson Lake will be the place to take your family for some excellent outdoor fun. Snowshoeing, skating, curling, tobagganing and an all day fire pit where you can warm up in between activites will be available. Small fee for rental of Snowshoes. Please see poster for more information.
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Polar Bear Dip 2019
February 16 @ 1:00 pm
Challenge yourself or gather some friends together and challenge each other, take a little "Freezin for a Reason" dip in the lake and support you local community organizations while having a teeth chattering good time! Please see poster for more infromation.
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December 17, 2018
12 Pictures of Winter Adventure in David Thompson Country 2018/2019
Winter adventure awaits in David Thompson Country! Scenery, hiking, skating, or doing a polar bear dip, it’s here to enjoy! Here are 12 of our favorite winter adventure pictures from this past year. Hiking and exploring with Rockies Heli around Nordegg and Abraham Lake. View this post on Instagram Almost time ❄️PC: @tomas.kulaja + @precious_thay25. […]
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August 28, 2017
Giddy Up: Adventures with JKL Trail Rides
When you think of the ultimate Alberta vacation – mountains and horses are likely two of the things that come to mind. Lucky for you, JKL Trail Rides conveniently combines these two elements – giving you the chance to enjoy a bucket-list worthy experience within a day’s drive of Calgary and Edmonton. With two locations in David […]
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August 30, 2017
3 Fly Fishing Spots in David Thompson Country
The saying goes that a day fishing is a day well spent. Around these parts, with our mountain views, bluffs and meandering rivers and creeks – that saying holds even more true. David Thompson Country offers some of the best fly fishing spots in all of Alberta. Here are 3 of our favourites in west […]