Hinton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Jasper National Park featuring tranquil scenes
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 Edmonton and about a 5-hour journey by car from Calgary. Drive through the Rocky Mountains west of Hinton in Jasper National Park, a jaw-dropping area of forests, glaciers, lakes, mountains and wildlife.

Lakeview Inns & Suites - Hinton
Lakeview Inns & Suites - Hinton
2.5 out of 5
500 Smith St, Hinton, AB
The price is AU$90 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$90
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (917 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

Lakeview Inns & Suites - Hinton
Days Inn by Wyndham Hinton
Days Inn by Wyndham Hinton
2 out of 5
358 Smith St, Hinton, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$104 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$104
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Close to the main road Large room"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Hinton
Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
3.5 out of 5
149 Woodley Drive, Hinton, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$99 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$99
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (1,404 reviews)
"The young man at guest services was very efficient, helping two families at one time with check in😁"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Ramada by Wyndham 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 Style 4-bedroom Home near Jasper NP gate
Mountain Style 4-bedroom Home near Jasper NP gate
Hinton
Stay at this vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and fenced yards. Popular attractions Beaver Boardwalk and Alberta Forestry Service Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Comfortable stay for a group
"Comfortable and clean-there were 8 adults and we were not crowded. Extra touches that would help a young family - high chair, a few toys. Laundry in the basement with a convenient area to dry out gear. Could use some more kitchen supplies but very functional. Would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Mountain Style 4-bedroom Home near Jasper NP gate
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
Stay at this ski vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hinton Golf Club and Beaver Boardwalk are located nearby. ...
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
Beautiful house
"Big group, 3 families. Everyone had their own space, and washrooms. Could not be happier with the accommodations."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 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
Stay at this vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Amazing stay and properly
"Everything was perfect. A better choice then any hotel! Lots of space for everyone and exactly what we wanted. I was traveling with my sisters family and their young baby, by dad, and my family with 4 children. We all had our own bedrooms and space. Multiple tv’s, bathrooms, showers. My kids had ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct. 2023

Country living in town limits
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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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
3 Jul 2019

Booked here after the properties were added on to the listings for Jasper. and the properties were somewhat cheaper. Whilst we knew it was 70km away, we did not anticipate the number of speed restrictions and the level of traffic.