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18 kilometres North and West of Fort Macleod on Secondary Highway 785
Fort Macleod, AB
403-553-2731
310-0000
403-553-3141
Stampeding buffaloes can reach speeds of up to 50 km/hour – that’s just one of many things to learn when you visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump Interpretive Centre.
The site is one of the world's largest, oldest, and best-preserved buffalo jumps in the world. A treasure trove of prehistoric artifacts and information about archeology, the centre's exhibits include a detailed look at the prehistoric life in the area, buffalo hunt ceremonies and the ecology of the region.
To get there from Calgary, head south on Hwy. 2 for approximately 160 km, until you see the signs for Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and Hwy. 785 West. The turnoff for Hwy 785 is approximately one kilometre north of the major intersection with Hwy. 3.
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- 100% Non-smoking
- 15 minimum group
- 3 hr viewing time
- AMEX
- Coach parking
- Debit Card/Interac
- Eco-friendly
- Family friendly
- Group booking
- Group rates
- Guided tours
- MC
- Recycle
- Smoking area(s)
- Visa
- Wheelchair access
Hours & Admission
Hours
- Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Closed: Dec. 24-25, Jan. 1, and Easter Sunday
Admission
Adults $10. Families $22. Youth (7-17) $5. Seniors $8. Tour group rates. Children 6 & under free.Traveller's Toolkit
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