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:
• The Rocky Mountain
House Museum which showcases the vibrant history of the town
• The Rocky
Mountain House National Historic Site of Canada where the
whole family discovers the life of explorer David Thompson with
several interpretive programs and trails. Have fun and learn of
a remarkable achievement in Canadian history.
• Scenic drives through Nordegg on to the Banff-Jasper
highway provides hours of breathtaking mountain vistas with
several water falls along the way
• Farmer’s Markets
• Community Centre with twin arenas, indoor pool and curling
rink
• Ten cabin locations,
all with walking trails and nature; thirteen
hotels/inns
• Twelve Bed & Breakfasts,
with varying Rocky accommodations and amenities for everyone
• Over 50 campgrounds in Rocky Mountain House and area; 10
Resorts and Lodges
• More than 15 restaurants and eating
establishments
• Sixteen churches
• Sixteen ball diamonds, 8 soccer pitches, tennis courts
• Four golf courses, outdoor skateboarding park, helicopter
tours, canoeing, hiking trails, fishing, boating and everything
else outdoors that you can imagine.
For details on how to get to Rocky Mountain
House, view our
map.
See also
Lacombe
Tourism.
