Tourism has become a popular global activity which is vital for
towns in Alberta due to the income generated by the consumption
of goods and services by tourists, and the opportunity for
employment and economic advancement by working in the travel
industry. There are many attractions and beautiful surroundings
which draw visitors from all over, such as bike paths, trails,
area ponds, lakes, museums, and recreational venues to name a
few.
The latest statistics show that total tourism revenue
for Alberta in 2004 was $4.96 billion, an increase of 14% over
2003. Residents of Alberta account for $2.33 billion
or 47%. Residents of other Canadian provinces account for $1.15
billion, while international visitors spent $1.48 billion in
Alberta. Tourism supports just over 83,000 jobs in Alberta.
Tourism in Rocky Mountain House retains a marketable share due in part to its
close proximity to other major attractions in the travel
industry, but mainly because it has a historical ambience as
well. Some of the many Rocky Mountain House tourist attractions include:
• Historic downtown including Edwardian architecture that put
Rocky Mountain House on the map.
• Flat Iron Building with Interpretive Centre
Museum for
Rocky Mountain House’s fascinating history.
• Michener House Museum; fully restored oldest home in
Rocky Mountain House
and birthplace of Canada’s Governor General the Honorable Roland
Michener.
• Rocky Mountain House Corn Maze
• Ellis Bird Farm
• Blacksmith Shop Museum built in 1902, still in original
location.
• Farmer’s Markets
• Aquatic Centre with twin arenas, indoor pool, curling rink and
fitness centre.
• Seven hotels/inns
• Several Bed & Breakfasts,
even one with a Canada Select 4.5 star rating
• 19 campgrounds, Gull Lake
• 25 restaurants and eating
establishments
• Sixteen churches
• Sixteen ball diamonds, 8 soccer pitches, tennis courts
• Multi-purpose community centre, library and meeting rooms.
For details on how to get to Rocky Mountain
House, view our
map.
See also
Lacombe
Tourism.
