Waterton travel guide

Waterton Tourism | Waterton Guide

You're Going to Love Waterton

With a population of 88, Waterton is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Waterton has to offer.

When to visit Waterton

Waterton in October
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waterton in October
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waterton

Plane

Although Waterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lethbridge (YQL), which is located 64 miles from Waterton.

Car

Another option to get to Waterton is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 138 miles from Waterton. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Calgary.

Plane

Although Waterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lethbridge (YQL), which is located 64 miles from Waterton.

Car

Another option to get to Waterton is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 138 miles from Waterton. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Calgary.

Airports near Waterton

YXCCranbrook
YQLLethbridge

Airlines serving Waterton

Air Canada
Good (5,773 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,921 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Waterton

Hiring a car in Waterton

Expect to pay $2.17 per litre in Waterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.02 and $34.69.

Expect to pay $2.17 per litre in Waterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.02 and $34.69.