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Horsethief Canyon

Highway 838, Drumheller, Alberta, Canada
Ranked #3 of 9 attractions in Drumheller
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Canyons
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Calgary, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Something you gotta see, cannot describe it. Nature's carving at it's best. More

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

The views of Horsethief Canyon from the lookout or the trails is breathtaking. Best of all, it's on the main road into Drumheller, so you don't have to go out of your way to see it. There are a few small vendors stationed here too - some selling food and drink, others selling fossils, rocks and precious stones, etc. A... More

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Stettler
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012
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Excellent place for an afternoon hike. Go as far as you want and enjoy the great scenery More

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Airdrie, Canada
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012
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The canyon is a few kilometers outside of Drumheller, but is an interesting stop. It gives a neat panoramic view of a (now) riverless canyon valley. There are washroom facilities, but I'm not sure it'd be a good stop for a picnic per say, as there was no trees and limited grass/shade. The area leading up the canyon is 'clinker'... More

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Sylvan Lake, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
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Spectacular view and mini hike, that can be expanded...bring water! More

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Red Deer, Canada
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

This is one of the most interesting areas we have in Canada, in my opinion. It looks like something from another era. More

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Alberta, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

Fall is a great time to explore this canyon as there are few to no other hikers. Make sure you wear good climbing boots as there are some steep descents and ascents. More

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Calgary, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

Great pic opportunity but don't forget to visit Horseshoe Canyon on the other side of Drum when you are inthe area. Cool badlands. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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76 reviews 76 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Having been to the Royal Tyrell Museum, it was like going on a "field trip". Easily missed but worth looking out for. More

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Calgary, Canada
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011

Horsethief canyon is a must see when visiting drumheller. the views are spectacular and it really is worth hiking down into the valley to explore. it can be quite hot in the middle of the day so take lots of water and wear lots of sunscreen! More

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