Alberta G to L
Find the letters on the map. Then read about the communities, places and events below.
G. Grande Cache
H. Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
I. Icefields Parkway
J. Jasper National Park
K. Kananaskis Country
L. Legal
G. Grande Cache
Grande Cache is a town in the Rocky Mountains. You can do many outdoor activities in the area.
Grande Cache is near a wilderness park. You can't drive into the park. But you can hike, bike or ride a horse into the park.
H. Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
This park protects an old buffalo jump. Aboriginal people hunted here. They drove buffalo over the cliffs. They used most parts of the buffalo: the meat, fat, bones and hides.
There are many displays in the visitors' centre. Ask about special events. For example: Aboriginal drumming, dancing, storytelling.
I. Icefields Parkway
The Icefields Parkway is a highway in the Rocky Mountains. It is between Jasper and Lake Louise.
There is lots to see along the way. Stop at the Columbia Icefields and look at the glaciers.
J. Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is a beautiful place to visit. It is in the Rocky Mountains.
Many people like to camp in Jasper. You can go for short walks or long hikes. Don't miss Maligne Canyon and Miette Hot Springs!
K. Kananaskis Country
You can see foothills and mountains in Kananaskis Country.
There are many parks, trails and campgrounds.
William Watson Lodge is for people with disabilities. The lodge, cabins, campsites and trails are accessible. People in wheelchairs can use them easily.
William Watson Lodge
- Phone: 310-0000, then 403-591-7227 (free)
- The lodge is open year-round.
- Anyone can visit the lodge and use the trails.
- The cabins and campsites are for people with disabilities and their families.
- Seniors 65 and over can also stay there.
- The Alberta government runs the lodge.
L. Legal
You can hear French and English in Legal. It is a bilingual town.
Fęte au Village is a summer festival. Enjoy the music and events. For example: a chili contest, parade and demolition derby.