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Pincher Creek:
Wind Energy Capital of Canada, the town of Pincher Creek is a nature lover’s paradise. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Pincher Creek is located 31 miles from the Alberta, British Columbia border. Close to Waterton Lakes National Park, the Castle Mountain ski hill, and the Crowsnest River, Pincher Creek has something to offer everyone with camping, hunting, fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. Pincher Creek and District Cultural Affairs bring celebrated performers in music, dance and theatre from Alberta and across Canada to Pincher Creek for your enjoyment.  Sample farm living at this outdoor museum. Operated by the Oldman River Antique Equipment & Threshing Club and located just northeast of the Oldman River Dam, this site has something for everyone. Wander through the Ashvale school, see an authentic Doukhobor barn and tour one of Canada`s largest collections of antique farm machinery. Also be sure not to miss the Crystal village, a miniature village that's sure to be a hit with the kids. Whether you're a seasoned fly fisher or looking for a lazy river bank to while away the hours at, you'll have trouble walking away empty handed from any of our great fishing locations. Be sure to check out the Crowsnest River and any of our area's lakes. There are many hiking trails for all levels of ability throughout the Castle Wilderness, Waterton Lakes National Park, Beauvais Lake Provincial Park and the Crowsnest Pass. Stay on a working ranch at any of our country B&BS or ride through the high country with any of our professional outfitters. Whether you’re looking to recapture your country roots or you've never seen a horse before the cowboys will make you feel right at home. For a change of pace, take a drive by any of our llama, alpaca or buffalo ranches. Pincher Creek has it all; water, mountains, rolling hills, prairie, and some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. Originally settled in the 1880's for its agricultural possibilities, the Pincher Creek area provides an abundance of recreational opportunities and attractions. In the wintertime, Castle Mountain provides top-rate skiing and snowboarding for the area, with the area's top snowfalls. In the town, the Lebel Mansion historical site is home to the Allied Arts Council which uses it as a centre for the local artistic community, with monthly shows. The Oldman Dam Recreational Area nearby, providing fishing, boating, windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing for sports enthusiasts. Just downstream is the Boulder Run Day Use Area for rafting and canoe trips. Attractions include a variety of historic sites and even a Wind Farm. Pincher Creek enjoys the warm Chinook winds that compress and warm as they rush down the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. There are over 100 turbines within view of Pincher Creek. From modern-day ranching cowboys to leaders in wind technology this Alberta town in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains is pioneering its way into the future, you will want to return time and time again to the friendly and peaceful town of Pincher Creek.
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