Whether you like to hike, run or bike, Mountview Cottage is close to many great trails like Bragg Creek and Kananaskis trails. 

• The Cochrane Ranch House Park  offers great hiking trails, a western Historical Museum honouring the livestock and rodeo heritage. 

• The scenic Bow River offers great fishing and boating experiences. The river is noted as one of the best trout fishing areas in Canada. Fly fishing in this area is very popular. While you're there, be sure to watch for Bald Eagles, Red Foxes, Deer and Coyotes in the Cochrane area.
  

• The Calgary Stampede is the biggest outdoor show in the world every July. The Alberta High School Rodeo takes place in May at the Lions Rodeo Grounds. Also  May 14 is the Cochrane Classic Bull Riding.
  

• Cochrane Rodeo has entertainment for the entire Labour Day weekend. 
  

• Calaway Amusement Park - Family Fun - is a short 20 minutes away on #1 highway. It opens May 24 and runs through to Thanksgiving weekend.
  

• Spruce Meadows is a world renowned horse jumping facility and can be toured any time. 
  

• Several golf courses are located in the town of Cochrane..Cochrane Golf Club ,403 932 5103. Links of Glen Eagle 403 932 1100. Near by are Water Valley Golf Course & Tooth Of The Dogpound Creek Golf Course
  

• Several  ski hills are located within 1 hour from Mountview Cottage, including Canada Olympic Park, Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, Fortress and Evergreen. 

Cochrane is only 10 minutes away. It has an old fashioned, western look to it and the world-famous homemade ice cream is wonderfully delicious! You can browse in the craft stores, view art & bronze displays, or lunch at a variety of coffee shops or restaurants. 

Drumheller is where the dinosaurs once roamed and is just over an hour away. A great day trip to travel through the Badlands, view the Hoodoos and visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum.

We can put you in touch with tours and transportation.