Hinton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hinton which includes snow, mountains and tranquil scenes
Jasper National Park featuring tranquil scenes
Hinton
Jasper National Park which includes snow and a river or creek
Hinton featuring mountains
Bikers, hikers, nature enthusiasts and skiers flock to this northern center for outdoor pursuits set in the eastern foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

Hinton is a gateway to Alberta’s Northern Rockies. Its countryside trails, meandering waterways and wild landscapes feature exciting activities amid crisp mountain air. Explore the town’s natural wonders on biking, horseback riding, hiking, rafting and skiing excursions. An easygoing ambiance and low-key commercial tourism make Hinton an ideal location for a family-friendly adventure vacation.

Pick up maps and get an in-depth introduction to the area at the Travel Alberta Hinton Visitor Information Centre. Learn about the town’s history at the Northern Rockies Museum of Culture and Heritage. Browse displays about early rangers and forestry work at the Alberta Forest Service Museum.

Find a number of recreational options close to the downtown district. The Beaver Boardwalk is a 2-mile-long (3-kilometer) path that winds through wetlands and around a beaver-inhabited pond. Challenge the woodland jumps, obstacles and trails suitable for all riding abilities at Hinton Bike Park. Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre is home to picnic areas, pools, a skateboard park, sports fields and a walking track.

A short drive south of the town center is Hinton Golf Club, where golfers can play on a scenic 18-hole course, driving range and putting green. Fish for pike and walleye on the Athabasca River. Marvel at the views of snow-capped peaks while riding along the river on horseback at Old Entrance Trail Rides.

Travel into the heart of Alberta’s Northern Rockies at nearby parks and protected areas. Go boating, camping, hiking and fishing in William A. Switzer Provincial Park. Discover cross-country skiing trails, a biathlon course and a toboggan hill at Hinton Nordic Centre. Spot bears, deer, elk and moose in the Wildhay Glacial Cascades Natural Area.

Reach Hinton by flying to Jasper-Hinton Airport, a 20-minute drive west of town. Hinton is a 3-hour drive from EdmontonOpens in a new window and about a 5-hour journey by car from CalgaryOpens in a new window. Drive through the Rocky Mountains west of Hinton in Jasper National Park, a jaw-dropping area of forests, glaciers, lakes, mountains and wildlife.

Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
3.5 out of 5
149 Woodley Drive, Hinton, AB
The price is AU$98 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,534 reviews)
"Friendly front staff and clean room. More than I expected for this budget hotel!:)"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
Hinton Lodge
Hinton Lodge
2 out of 5
752 Carmichael Lane, Hinton, AB
The price is AU$86 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$86
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,569 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms, price is half that of Jasper hotels and only 50 minutes to ski hill."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Hinton Lodge
The Kanata by BCMinns Hinton
The Kanata by BCMinns Hinton
3.5 out of 5
386 Smith Street, Hinton, AB
The price is AU$131 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

The Kanata by BCMinns Hinton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mountain Escape near Jasper with 7 furnished br 4.5 washrooms, BBQ and Firepit
Mountain Escape near Jasper with 7 furnished br 4.5 washrooms, BBQ and Firepit
Hinton
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy a garden, ski-in/ski-out access, and patios. Popular attractions Hinton Golf Club and Beaver Boardwalk ...
5.2/10 (8 reviews)
Big and Luxurious house and a nice location
"The house was big and Luxurious with lots of space for 15 of us, 5 car garage was a plus as well. Kids liked the movie theatre and the basket ball courts in the backyard. The house is also very near to lots of good eateries. With not much available inside of Jasper we decided to stay in Hinton and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2024

Mountain Escape near Jasper with 7 furnished br 4.5 washrooms, BBQ and Firepit
Country living in town limits
Country living in town limits
Hinton
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hinton ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Quiet stay
"The house is located off a dirt road in a quiet area (asides from the train tracks). It had everything we needed and provided us with a good base to explore and hike Jasper and surrounding area"

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Country living in town limits
Private home on an acreage - Jasper Park gateway
Private home on an acreage - Jasper Park gateway
Hinton
Stay at this vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hinton Golf Club and Beaver Boardwalk are located ...
Private home on an acreage - Jasper Park gateway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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