Audio Tour for Self-Guided Drives in Waterton National Park
Alberta, Canada
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Offered in: EnglishDownload our self-guided audio tour of Waterton National Park and Alberta’s Southwest to unlock the secrets of its rugged mountains, picturesque lakes, and historical sites. As you explore this stunning park and the iconic Cowboy Trail, hear stories play automatically to enhance your drive. Experience the dramatic vistas of Red Rock Canyon, the historical resonance of Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, and the stark beauty of Frank Slide. Your drive comes alive with rich narratives for a memorable journey through this spectacular region. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t.
Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace.
Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed.
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use.
No time limits or expiry, and free updates.
Like having a tour guide along for the drive.
- Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
- Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
- Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
- Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
- Audio Tour: 450+ Points
- Trip Planners: In-app and web
- One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
- Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
- Food and Drinks.
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Start at one of the official tour introduction points (Waterton National Park viewpoint) or join anywhere along the route and pick up the commentary at the next audio point. Open our app to preview the tour route and browse the suggested itineraries and trip planners.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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The Cowboy Trail is a scenic route that runs along the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies in Alberta. It offers a journey through ranch country, with rolling hills, historic towns, and stunning mountain views, embodying the spirit of the Old West.
Duration: 30 minutes
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Crowsnest Pass
Crowsnest Pass is a historic mountain pass in southwestern Alberta, known for its rugged beauty and rich history. The area is famous for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing, as well as historical sites related to coal mining and the Frank Slide.
Duration: 20 minutes
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The Frank Slide is the site of Canada’s deadliest rockslide, where in 1903 a massive portion of Turtle Mountain collapsed, burying part of the town of Frank. Today, it’s a haunting and fascinating site, with an interpretive center offering insights into this tragic event.
Duration: 30 minutes
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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the best-preserved buffalo jumps in the world, where Indigenous peoples used to hunt bison by driving them over a cliff. The interpretive center provides a deep understanding of the cultural and historical significance of the site.
Duration: 40 minutes
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Fort Macleod
Fort Macleod is one of Alberta’s oldest settlements and home to the North West Mounted Police’s first permanent fort. The town preserves its rich history with museums, heritage buildings, and the Fort Museum, where visitors can learn about the early days of law enforcement in the region.
Duration: 30 minutes
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Pincher Creek
Pincher Creek is a charming town in southern Alberta, known for its proximity to outdoor adventures in the Rockies and its role in ranching history. It’s a great base for exploring nearby attractions like Waterton Lakes National Park and offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere.
Duration: 40 minutes
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Waterton Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking mountain landscapes, crystal-clear lakes, and diverse wildlife. It’s part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, offering a blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and serene wilderness.
Duration: 35 minutes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This self-guided audio tour is flexible. The total duration depends on which stops are made along the way, and how long is spent at any stops.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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