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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 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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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 […]
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November 10, 2025
Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles in David Thompson Country – November 2025
Abraham Lake is beautiful year-round, but the Ice Bubbles have really made it a popular winter attraction and kept nearby Nordegg cabins and restaurants busy even in cold weather. Abraham Lake is a reservoir that was made with the completion of the Bighorn Dam in 1972. The Lake is about 33 kms long and is […]
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November 6, 2017
Our Top 15 Favourite Instagram Photos of David Thompson Country: Year-Round Adventure Edition
We’re back at it again! We love sharing and highlighting the amazing shots you get of David Thompson Country and something we’ve noticed every time we’ve done this is just how many talented photographers seem to live and breathe adventure. The breathtaking times never seem to stop, so with that in mind, we put together […]