Hinton

Travel Guide

Hinton featuring snow, tranquil scenes and mountains
Jasper National Park featuring tranquil scenes
Hinton
Jasper National Park showing snow and a river or creek
Hinton featuring mountains

Bikers, hikers, nature enthusiasts and skiers flock to this northern centre 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 €122 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€122
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,769 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
The Crestwood Hotel

The Crestwood Hotel

2.5 out of 5
678 Carmichael Lane, Hinton, AB
The price is €101 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€101
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Room was spacious clean and quiet. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

The Crestwood Hotel
Hinton Lodge

Hinton Lodge

2 out of 5
752 Carmichael Lane, Hinton, AB
The price is €124 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€124
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,754 reviews)
"Only stayed one night, but bed was comfy and had a good sleep."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hinton Lodge
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.
5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table

5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table

3 out of 5
283 Tocher Ave, Hinton, AB
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions AirPlay Trampoline Park & Escape Rooms ...
5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table
LUXURIOUS 5-Br Acreage | Year-Round Heated Pool & HotTub | Mtn View | Pool Table

LUXURIOUS 5-Br Acreage | Year-Round Heated Pool & HotTub | Mtn View | Pool Table

4.5 out of 5
402 Seabolt Estates, 402 25518 Township Rd 505B, Hinton, AB
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Beaver Boardwalk and Alberta Forestry ...
"Great setting for a family ski vacation in Jasper! Plenty of space to spread out and beautiful mountian views made our stay very relaxing and enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2023

LUXURIOUS 5-Br Acreage | Year-Round Heated Pool & HotTub | Mtn View | Pool Table
Seasons Suite 3BR in Hinton, AB

Seasons Suite 3BR in Hinton, AB

Hinton
Stay at this vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Beaver Boardwalk and Alberta Forestry Service Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The owner was very nice and helpful"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Seasons Suite 3BR in Hinton, AB
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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