Lions Park & Strathcona Island Park

Nestled along the South Saskatchewan River, both Lions Park and Strathcona Island Park in Medicine Hat, Alberta are beautiful natural areas. I recently took the opportunity to capture the golden foliage and stunning scenery along the river during a warm autumn afternoon.

Lethbridge Viaduct - High Level Bridge

Also known as the High Level Bridge, the Lethbridge Viaduct in Lethbridge, Alberta is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. It was built between 1907-1909 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, and is the largest railway structure in all of Canada. Spanning the Oldman River, this massive trestle has a total length of 1624 metres and is 95.7 metres tall.

Construction of the Lethbridge Viaduct ca. 1907-1909

Hiking Bear's Hump in Waterton Lakes

The scenic view of Waterton Lakes National Park from Bear's Hump is well worth your time if you're feeling energetic. The hike is only 1.4km long, however once you reach the halfway point there are a series of steep switchbacks in which you gain nearly 800 feet in elevation on your way to the top. Most should have no problem, and will find that the scenery is well worth the effort. 

From the top of Bear's Hump you're rewarded with an incredible view of Waterton Lakes, the townsite, and the prairies to the east. You also get a great vantage of the Prince of Wales Hotel. I probably spent a good hour at the top admiring the view and snapping pictures. Half of the fun is just watching everyone snap their victory poses. I got a few good ones too!

Bear's Hump. You can see specks of people at the top.