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Float a calm stretch of the Bow River beneath towering Rockies in this 1.5-hour guided Townie trip from downtown Canmore. Ideal for families and first-time rafters, the float combines easy paddling with interpretive guides and big mountain views.
Float a calm stretch of the Bow River beneath towering Rockies in this 1.5-hour guided Townie trip from downtown Canmore. Ideal for families and first-time rafters, the float combines easy paddling with interpretive guides and big mountain views.
You push off from a small downtown launch and the river takes over: cool, glacial-fed water moving steady but forgiving, framed by spruce-dark shorelines and the rising angles of the Canadian Rockies.
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Operated by Canmore Raft Tours · Canmore, Alberta
You push off from a small downtown launch and the river takes over: cool, glacial-fed water moving steady but forgiving, framed by spruce-dark shorelines and the rising angles of the Canadian Rockies.
This 1.5-hour "Townie" float on the Bow River is an easy, guided ride that places you close to Canmore’s mountain faces — including the Three Sisters and nearby ridgelines carved by ice. Geologically, the valley shows layers of sedimentary rock exposed by Pleistocene glaciers; the river itself continues to rework gravel bars and small channels, creating calm eddies and brief riffles.
Canmore grew from a coal-mining past into an outdoors gateway with a strong local arts and food scene; the float departs within easy walking distance of shops and pubs, so a post-float meal is almost ritual here. Interpretive guides point out native conifers, riparian plants and occasional views of deer, birds of prey or river otters.
Practical guidance: trips leave five times daily in summer, run about 90 minutes and are family friendly — PFDs and dry bags are provided. Water is cold year-round; dress in layers and bring a windproof outer layer, sun protection, and footwear that can get wet. Expect gentle currents rather than whitewater; the experience is ideal for first-time rafters and those who want scenic river time without technical demands.
Plan for parking or a short walk from downtown Canmore, and allow time to enjoy the town before or after the float.
Yes—this family-friendly trip accepts children and provides infant seats; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and PFDs are supplied.
The Bow River is fed by glacial melt and remains cold year-round; avoid prolonged immersion and wear insulating layers if needed.
Trips depart from the Canmore Boat Launch in downtown Canmore, within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, and many hotels.
Tours may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers; the operator’s policy allows full refunds if canceled at least 24 hours before departure.
Canmore Raft Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off from a small downtown launch and the river takes over: cool, glacial-fed water moving steady but forgiving, framed by spruce-dark shorelines and the rising angles of the Canadian Rockies.
You push off from a small downtown launch and the river takes over: cool, glacial-fed water moving steady but forgiving, framed by spruce-dark shorelines and the rising angles of the Canadian Rockies.
This 1.5-hour "Townie" float on the Bow River is an easy, guided ride that places you close to Canmore’s mountain faces — including the Three Sisters and nearby ridgelines carved by ice. Geologically, the valley shows layers of sedimentary rock exposed by Pleistocene glaciers; the river itself continues to rework gravel bars and small channels, creating calm eddies and brief riffles.
Canmore grew from a coal-mining past into an outdoors gateway with a strong local arts and food scene; the float departs within easy walking distance of shops and pubs, so a post-float meal is almost ritual here. Interpretive guides point out native conifers, riparian plants and occasional views of deer, birds of prey or river otters.
Practical guidance: trips leave five times daily in summer, run about 90 minutes and are family friendly — PFDs and dry bags are provided. Water is cold year-round; dress in layers and bring a windproof outer layer, sun protection, and footwear that can get wet. Expect gentle currents rather than whitewater; the experience is ideal for first-time rafters and those who want scenic river time without technical demands.
Plan for parking or a short walk from downtown Canmore, and allow time to enjoy the town before or after the float.