Cochrane Accommodations
Cochrane Alberta Travel Information
The town of Cochrane, just west of Calgary, has a distinctly western feel reflected in the local architecture. Here, in 1881, Senator Matthew Henry Cochrane started Alberta's first large-scale cattle ranch. Today this ranch is a designated historic site where you can picnic in lush parkland and hike lovely nature trails. A large bronze statue of a cowboy seated on horseback stands on a hilltop at the ranch site, reminding us of Alberta's heritage.
In town, be sure to sample the delicious ice cream made locally by the same family since 1948. Eye-catching arts and crafts created locally are available. Be sure to visit Studio West, a foundry and art gallery and watch a demonstration of the 3000 year old sculpting process known as lost wax. Outdoor activities in the area include horseback riding, hang gliding and canoe tripping. Take a side trip to the Western Heritage Centre, a cowboy ranch and interpretive centre, situated 2 km (1 mi.) north of Cochrane. Try your hand at skills such as branding cattle, shearing sheep or roping calves.
Cochrane accommodations include hotels, motels and campgrounds.
Our Cochrane Alberta Campground is along the banks of the beautiful Bow River. Cochrane has amenities including great shopping and many restaurants. Other attractions include paragliding on the Big Hill, horseback riding and fishing right on the Bow River. Located next to the Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Center, the campground is a great place to meet for games, tournaments, and other events.
We are a full service RV park at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, close to Calgary, Kananaskis and Banff. All the amenities on-site include a convenience store, gas, diesel, propane, fast food restaurant and a liquor store. The RV park has full hook-ups including 30 & 50 amp service, water, sewer and pull through lots capable of handling the largest coaches available.
Distances to…
Calgary Airport: 49.9km
Downtown Cochrane: 11.2km
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