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Specialized municipality in Alberta, Canada
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Crowsnest Pass is in Southern Alberta, Canada. Gateway to the southern Alberta and some of the last untouched beauty of the Canadian Rockies. It is on the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3).
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The small coal-mining town of Frank in the Crowsnest Pass region had 82 million metric tons of rock come crashing down on it in 1903. Turtle Mountain, above the town, had unstable geology to begin with and had been made more unstable by extensive mining. This was Canada's deadliest rockslide ever, killing 90, but fortunately it missed much of the town.
Underground tours of the former coal mine.
Pamphlets for self-guided historical driving tours of the municipality are also available.
An interpretive display at Leitch Collieries Provincial Historic Site, the ruins of a historic coal mine.
The Crowsnest River plunges 12 m (39 ft) into a deep pool in the canyon below. Watch the falls from the observation platform and then walk down into the limestone gorge for a closer look.
An outdoor swimming pool open in the summer.
The area hosts this world-class event, a 161-kilometre foot race that winds through the mountains around the community.
Thus is a small ski-hill located in Blairmore, which is more of a beginner's slope.
Soups, sandwiches, bakery.
Classic diner food.
Breakfast, soups, sandwiches, wraps.
Pub and restaurant.
On-site restaurant, free breakfast and wireless Internet access. Barbecue grills and some free parking. A smoke-free property. Choice of self-catering in a quaint guest house, or B&B in a historic main street building. 3-course dinner in the restaurant: $25. Will prepare picnic lunches.
Free WiFi, private parking. Gourmet breakfasts are prepared from scratch and they're happy to accommodate any special dietary needs.
Rooms with King beds or 2 Queen beds. Microwave, fridge and hair dryers are standards in all rooms. Free breakfast.
A variety of suites including fully equipped kitchenettes, one bedroom suites, a 2-storey family suite, and a Jacuzzi room. Dedicated Wi-fi and HD TV. Hot continental breakfast is included.
Offers 21 serviced sites (water and 30 amp. power), 10 of which also have sewer. Other services include indoor washrooms, showers, laundry facilities and wireless internet.
Offers 46 camping sites with full and partial service (15/30 amp & 50 amp) and 2 fully equipped cabins. Equipped with heated washroom facilities, laundry room, and in-ground heated pool (seasonal).
Rocky Mountain souvenirs and keepsakes: maple syrup, candles, wildlife animal tracks, clothing, RCMP memorabilia, books, stationary, and active wear.
If staying in or near Blairmore most amenities are within walking distance.
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