Hinton

Travel Guide

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

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-kilometre) 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 centre 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 RM239 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM239
RM261 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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! (1,931 reviews)
A great place to stay!
"We enjoyed having a King size bedroom. It was roomy, the bed was great and it had all amenities we needed. Staff was very welcoming and helpful at check in and after. Breakfast isn't just continental as stated but you can get warm items as well and everything is fresh. Coffee was hot and everything ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
Coast Hinton Hotel

Coast Hinton Hotel

2 out of 5
571 Gregg Ave, Hinton, AB
The price is RM238 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
RM238
RM259 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a steam room. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice and great price"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Coast Hinton Hotel
Hinton Lodge

Hinton Lodge

2 out of 5
752 Carmichael Lane, Hinton, AB
The price is RM209 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM209
RM233 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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! (1,861 reviews)
"I inquired about early check-in. Was told $50 for check-in at noon, $20 at 2 pm. Considering the room rate of $69/night, the extra charges seem out of proportion. Otherwise, the stay was good."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 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.
Miette Mountain Cabins

Miette Mountain Cabins

2.5 out of 5
Highway 16 East, Pocahontas, AB
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Pocahontas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,475 reviews)
Great Cabins near Jasper National Park
"Great place to stay within the Jasper National Park area. The check-in process was easy, cabins were clean, and property had tons of nice amenities to include a game room, fire pit, gift shop, kitchen area in the cabins, etc."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Miette Mountain Cabins
Jasper East Cabins

Jasper East Cabins

2 out of 5
49321 Highway 16 West, Jasper East, AB
Stay at this cabin in Jasper East. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"Cabins were cozy, lots of space for gathering in the kitchen, living room of the 2 bedroom units. Convenient parking right in from if the cabins."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Jasper East Cabins
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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Hinton was used as a base to travel to jasper and the surrounding area.