5 Day From Prairies to Mountains Route
This route starts at Blackfoot Crossing Historical Site and takes you through the prairies to visit the rich cultural and historical sites of the Blackfoot People, then ventures across towards the mountains, ending in Waterton Lakes National Park.
Tips - We encourage you to explore this map and support the Blackfoot region's businesses and artists along the way.
Highlights include:
Step back into time and witness cultural and historical sites of the vast Blackfoot region
Learn Indigenous teachings by connecting with our region's knowledgeable cultural guides
Experience the diversity this region has to offer
Support grassroots tourism and view the region through an Indigenous lens as you explore
Ensure that you check out the "Blackfoot Experiences' available in the region prior to your visit and schedule a guided excursion(s) based on your interests.
Self-guided itinerary:
Day 1 - Begin your journey at Blackfoot Crossing Historical Site and grow your understanding of Blackfoot life and culture prior and post colonization. Afterwards head towards Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park.
Overnight stay in Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park.
Day 2 - Spend the day exploring Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park and ensure you make a stop at the visitor centre to learn about the rich history this site has for the Blackfoot People.
Day 3 - Travel across the prairie landscape and make your way towards Waterton Lakes National Park with a stop in Kainai Nation where you can partake in a cultural excursion such as a wagon ride or arts and crafts workshop.
Overnight in Kainai or Waterton Lakes National Park.
Day 4 - Spend the day exploring Waterton Lakes National Park and ensuring you stop at the Paahtómahksikimi Cultural Centre. Connect with Kainai Nation for tips for exploring the Park through an Indigenous lens.
Day 5 - Continue to explore the mountain region of the Blackfoot territory.
Make your way back home.
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