Experience Waterton Lakes National Park

Welcome to Waterton

We are very excited for you to experience this amazing National Park in southern Alberta, Canada.

Waterton Lakes National Park (WLNP) is a destination unlike any other in the world. It is:

- Canada’s 4th National Park (1895)

- The World’s 1st International Peace Park (1932)

- A World Biosphere Reserve (1979)

- A UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site (1995)

- An International Dark Sky Park (2017)

- Part of the Crown of the Continent Geotourism region

Waterton offers pristine, untouched wild spaces, few crowds, and a “small town” feel. You might meet one of our many multi-generational locals; the storytellers that call this place home. Nearly every business is family-owned and many can trace their Waterton roots back decades. So, bring your family and friends, and get ready to rub elbows with the locals! You’re bound to discover an interesting story or two about the area.

Get busy exploring, because there is so much to see and do here that you’re going to want to stay longer. Spend your days outside hiking, biking and also on the water. Wander around our beautiful village and eat, shop and discover what makes Waterton so unique. However you spend your time here, the experience will be unforgettable.