⛰️ Heart Creek bunker+Grassi lake 🌊

Come join us on an adventure! An active one-day tour from Calgary: a bunker, mountain lakes, abandoned mines, and craft beer in the Rocky Mountains.

  • ⏱️ 09:00 β€” Departure from Calgary

    ⏱️ 10:30–13:00 β€” Hike to Heart Creek Bunker β€” an easy hike to an abandoned concrete bunker β€” an interesting combination of nature and Cold War history.

    ⏱️ 1:30–3:10 p.m. β€” Walk to Grassi Lakes β€” turquoise lakes, cliffs, a waterfall, and perfect photo opportunities.

    ⏱️ 3:50–4:40 p.m. β€” Visit to Bankhead Ghost Town β€” atmospheric remains of an early 20th-century coal mine. Walk among the ruins, read historical plaques, and enjoy the peaceful nature.

    ⏱️ 5:10–6:50 p.m. β€” Dinner at Grizzly Paw Pub (Canmore) β€” local craft beer, good food, and mountain views β€” a great way to end the day.

    ⏱️ 8:20 p.m. β€” Return to Calgary

  • Active one-day tour from Calgary: bunker, lakes, mines, and beer in the mountains 🍺

    🚐 Departure from Calgary

    In the morning, we head towards the Rocky Mountains β€” a day of nature, adventure, and new discoveries lies ahead.

    πŸ•³ Heart Creek Bunker

    An interesting short walk (1.6 km) to a secret bunker in the rocks. An easy trail with beautiful views of the canyon. Perfect for those who want adventure without too much effort. The atmosphere is like something out of a movie!

    πŸ’Ž Grassi Lakes

    A walk (2.2 km) to the amazing turquoise lakes above the town of Canmore. One of the most popular locations among travelers, with viewing platforms and fabulous views.

    🏚 Bankhead (ghost coal mining town)

    A former mining settlement near Banff. Ruins, remnants of equipment, and the true spirit of the β€œCanadian Wild West.” Feel free to explore and take atmospheric photos.

    🍺 Grizzly Paw Brewing Co (Canmore)

    Dinner in the mountain town of Canmore: local craft beer, delicious food, mountain views, and a warm atmosphere β€” the perfect end to a busy day.

    🚐 Return to Calgary

    A comfortable transfer back, full of impressions and new photos for your album.

πŸͺ¨ Heart Creek Bunker πŸͺ¨

Heart Creek Bunker, also known as Bow Valley Bunker, is one of the most extraordinary and unusual locations in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Once built in the 1960s as a secret shelter in case of nuclear war, today the bunker has become a magnet for adventure seekers, photographers, and lovers of atmospheric places.

  • 🧱 A real concrete bunker carved inside a mountain

  • πŸ”¦ Inside, it's dark, spacious, and a little creepy β€” you'll need a flashlight

  • 🎨 The walls inside are covered with graffiti, creating an unusual post-apocalyptic atmosphere

  • πŸƒ The road to it passes through the picturesque forest area of Heart Creek Trail

🌊 Grassi Lakes 🌊

Grassi Lakes is one of the most popular places for an easy hike in the Canadian Rockies. These two bright turquoise lakes are nestled among forests and rocks, just a few minutes' drive from the town of Canmore. This is a route that is suitable for everyone β€” families with children, photographers, and those who are just getting started with hiking.

πŸ“Έ Brightly colored water β€” due to the mineral content and purity of the lakes

  • πŸ§—β€β™‚οΈ The rocks around the lakes are popular with rock climbers

  • 🐾 An ideal route for walking with children or dogs (on a leash)

  • πŸŒ„ Views of Canmore and the Bow Valley from vantage points

  • πŸͺ¨ Along the route β€” rock art and interesting geology

πŸ‘» Bankhead (Ghost Coal mine) πŸ‘»

Bankhead is an abandoned coal mining town in Banff National Park that has become one of the most atmospheric historical stops in the Rocky Mountains. Founded in 1903 by the Canadian Pacific Railway as a coal mining center, today it has become an open-air museum.

🏚 What remains today

  • 🧱 Ruins of mines, administrative buildings, boiler rooms, and railway structures

  • πŸ”© Remains of steam engines, tracks, and foundations

  • πŸ“œ Historical stands with photos and descriptions that tell the story of each building

  • 🌿 Nature is slowly β€œwrapping” the city back into the forest β€” and this creates an amazing atmosphere

🍺🍺🍺 Grizzly Paw Pub 🍺🍺🍺

Grizzly Paw Pub is a cozy, atmospheric place in the center of Canmore where tourists and locals meet after an active day in the mountains. The establishment is known for its local brewery, wooden interior in the style of a mountain chalet, and views of the Rocky Mountains from the open terrace.

🍻 What makes Grizzly Paw Pub special

  • House-brewed beer on tap β€” everything is brewed here in Canmore, from classic ales to craft IPAs

  • Homemade menu β€” juicy burgers, ribs, soups, craft appetizers

  • House-brewed non-alcoholic root beer β€” a hit with families with children

  • Warm wooden atmosphere β€” a real apres-hike spot with a soulful vibe

Perfect location β€” right on Main Street in Canmore, among shops, galleries, and souvenir stores