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Getting Around Canmore

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Here in Canmore and Kananaskis, we encourage sustainable modes of transportation whenever possible. Luckily, there are plenty of options for you to choose from!

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Walk

We believe it’s about the journey as much as it’s about the destination – that’s why the best way to get around is on foot! Canmore offers an extensive network of multi-use trails extending throughout the town and beyond to surrounding recreation areas. With our varied trail systems, from maintained gravel path systems to paved trails, it’s easy to get where you need to be.

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Bike

No matter what the season, residents and visitors alike take advantage of the beautiful multi-use pathways, cyclist amenities, and bike-friendly businesses Canmore has to offer. Trade in four wheels for two and discover how easy it is to navigate around town by bike while soaking in the mountain views.

No bike? No problem! Pick up a rental at GearUp Mountain Sport and Rentals, Rebound Cycle, Trail Sports, Sports Garage, Pedego Electric Bikes, or Kananaskis Outfitters.

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ROAM Transit

ROAM transit service is your ticket to easy exploration. Hop on Route 5C and 5T from anywhere in Canmore and ride throughout the Town – for FREE. Day trip to Banff? Route 3 will get you there and back at an affordable rate.

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EV Charging Stations

Canmore has several electric vehicle charging stations around town:

  • ArtsPlace (950 8th Ave) – one Level 2 charger, free to the public
  • Petro Canada (1731 Mountain Ave) – four Level 3 (DC fast) chargers – available to the public for a fee
  • Peaks to Prairies station in Miner’s Hall parking lot (718 7th Street) – one Level 2 charger and one Level 3 (DC fast) charger – available to the public for a fee
  • Shops of Canmore (302 Old Canmore Road) – four Level 3 (DC fast) chargers – available to the public for a fee
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Parking

Paid parking is in effect in downtown Canmore seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It is encouraged to walk, bike, or take the bus to reduce emissions and ease congestion in highly trafficked areas. Free parking is also available in certain lots.

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Transit Routes

Canmore’s local public transit service is your ticket to easy exploration. Hop on Route 5 from almost any hotel in Canmore and ride throughout the Town.

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Walking and Biking Trails

Our varied landscape was made for blazing trails, and we’ve got hundreds of kilometres of them to explore, on foot or on two wheels.

    Trail locations are approximate. Please be prepared and plan ahead when recreating in the area. Visit albertaparks.ca for trail details.

    Canmore Washrooms

    • 902 7 Ave.
    • 730 7 St.
    • 907 7 Ave.
    • 2801 Bow Valley Trail

    Kananaskis Washrooms

    • 1 AB-40, Kananaskis, AB T0L 2H0
    • Kananaskis Lakes Trail, AB T0L 2H0

    Free Parking

    • 700 Railway Ave, Canmore, AB T1W 1P4

    Paid Parking

    • 900 Railway Ave, Canmore, AB T1W 1P4
    • 726 7 St, Canmore, AB T1W 2C7
    • 809 10 St, Canmore, AB T1W 2A4

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    About Canmore

    An hour west of Calgary, 22 kilometres (12 miles) east of Banff, and nestled in the vast wildlands of Kananaskis Country, visitors and residents of Canmore are energized and inspired by its incredible location.

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    About Kananaskis

    About Kananaskis

    Kananaskis Country is a park system in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies that covers 4,000 square kilometres (1,544 square miles), a collection of formally designated wildland parks, provincial parks, recreation parks, ecological reserves, and cultural zones.

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