No matter the season or what type of adventure you’re seeking you can always find things to do in Waterton. Waterton is truly a four season playground. Changes in the weather bring an entirely new list of must-do things to the park, and there’s a reason to visit in any season.
Summer is undoubtedly the most celebrated season here. The park is brimming with activity and the weather is conducive to all kinds of adventures. Campers could stay for the entire season, wallowing in the wonder of sun-washed days and starlit nights from June through September. All the hiking trails are open, wildlife wanders freely through the park, and the town site is a hub of special events and programs. Summer is the season of open exploration in Waterton. Days are long, nights are warm, and every possible adventure, from trail riding to windsurfing awaits you.
When leaves begin to fall and the air turns crisp, it’s time to gear up for the colourful display of Wateron in autumn. September and October are often unseasonably warm here, so fall is a great season to soak up Waterton’s amazing scenery – which is awash in golden hues at this time of year. Bear and elk and other large mountain animals are at their most striking in this season – their glossy coats and full grown antlers are on impressive display. Thousands of birds flock and take wing for the winter. There’s no-pressure golf, quiet campgrounds and vacant hiking trails, and town site is winding down to a wonderful dull roar. Learn more about Autumn in Waterton.