Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is a buffalo jump located where the foothills of the Rocky Mountains begin to rise from the prairie 18 km west of Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada on highway 785.
Awesome experience. A well put together presentation of sight and sound giving an excellent synopsis. Trails out doors for sights and sounds. Well worth the visit. Full review by Mike T
Sep 29, 2023
We had never heard of this site until a coworker mentioned it when she heard we were vacation Alberta. It is a must-see if you are in the area. The history and educational movies and exhibits are exc… Full review by PatM402
Sep 23, 2023
I am not one for interpretation centres or museums, but this was the so well done that I found myself completely immersed in the experience. I even researched more when I got home. This is a must do!… Full review by Annie D
is the lower trail accessible to hike before the stated opening hour of 10AM?
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Unless the gate is closed to the lower trail beneath the cliff, it is open 24 -7 The trail on top of the cliff is included with admission to the site and accessible only through the interpretive center.
Hi. We are driving from Calgary. Anything worth seeing on the way there?
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I agree with those above who suggested Head Smashed-In. It is a well done exhibit around the actual site of the buffalo run. Fort MacLeod was also good but if you only had time for one, …
I agree with those above who suggested Head Smashed-In. It is a well done exhibit around the actual site of the buffalo run. Fort MacLeod was also good but if you only had time for one, do the Head Smashed-In.
It depends as there are many displays with stories to read, film which is about 20 minutes outside trail to the jump.... so much information, to fully enjoy it allow minimum 3 hrs.