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Cardston is a town in Alberta, Canada. It was first settled in 1887 by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) who travelled from Utah, via the Macleod-Benton Trail, to present-day Alberta in one of the century's last wagon migrations. [7] The founder of the town was Charles Ora Card.
Sep 29, 2024 · We are a member owned natural gas distributor incorporated in 1973 to provide natural gas service to the rural customers located in the southwest corner of Alberta. In 2002 we amalgamated with Summerview Gas Co-op and became a larger co-operative with a much larger geographic area (hi-lighted in light green in map).
- Go on A Carriage Ride at Remington Carriage Museum
- Explore A Genuine ‘Little House on The Prairie’
- See A Historic Court House
- Visit Cardston Alberta Temple
- Go on Guided Fishing and Rafting Tours
- Watch Sunset Over The Rocky Mountains
- Tee Off at Lee Creek Valley Golf Course
- Discover Local Vendors at Cardston Summer Market
- Celebrate Cardston Heritage Week
- Watch Live Show at Carriage House Theatre
Horse-drawn transportation was a huge part of Alberta’s development in the early 1900s, and the Remington Carriage Museumcelebrates this history through displays, on-site horses, a restoration shop, and an array of family-friendly activities. While you learn about North America’s transportation history, you can also learn about local Cardston histo...
The Card Pioneer Homecould be part of a historical walking tour through Cardston and is easy to find with the local mural painted along the building beside the Home. Step inside and go back to 1887, when Cardston was settled by the Card family. Inside the home are preserved artifacts from the town’s earlier days, and a small shop. The owners and op...
A stop by the Courthouse Museum(on the southbound side of Highway 2) is the best way to get a true sense of the history of Cardston, and some of the surrounding area. The historic and preserved building is filled with museum artifacts that date back to Cardston’s earliest days in the late 1800s. Authentic furniture decorates the museum, and there i...
Near the north side of Cardston is a beautiful piece of architecture that is worth the visit or even a stop off the highway. The Templebelongs to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is the oldest of its kind outside of the United States. Surrounding the temple are sprawling gardens and fields which can lead you to Cardston’s Lions P...
If you’re looking for an adventurous stay in Cardston, the Incept Adventure Companycan help with whitewater rafting and kayaking, or guided fishing tours. The kayaking and rafting tours bring you through the Coal Canyon, while the fishing tours take you out of various lakes in the area. The various tours range in price and difficulty.
If you aren’t spending the night in the area, then you are encouraged to stay for when the sun goes down. On a clear day, the sunsets over the Rocky Mountains create jaw-dropping vistas of foothills, prairie, mountains, and sky all in one with all of their bright, contrasting colours. Within Cardston is Sunset Park, or you can head to Waterton Lake...
If you’re looking for somewhere to golf this season with a view, then you can drive south to Cardston’s Lee Creek Valley Golf Course. These gorgeous greens and challenging course are a par 71 course with a few water and sand hazards to watch out for while you golf. Lee Creek is now open for the 2021 season so you can work on your swing a little ear...
Vendors, farmers, crafters, cooks, and bakers all gather at…on summer weekends for theCardston Summer Market. The Market is scheduled to return in 2021 and is an excellent way to experience the town by foot while shopping locally made food, home décor, clothing, and more.
At the beginning of each August, you can join the town of Cardston in celebrating their rich history and cultures through the Cardston Heritage Week. The week’s festivities include daily pancake breakfasts, a family softball tournament, the Chinook Rodeo, and a mud bog event (driving competition). The week concludes with a large parade that Saturda...
Live theatre is not just for big cities. Cardston’s Carriage House Theatreis a family of dedicated performers who recently put on shows like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and The Little Mermaid. If you are visiting during summer, get tickets to their summer productions. On top of the entertaining live experiences, the Theatre also h...
Aug 7, 2022 · Nestled in the rolling foothills of southwest Alberta lies the quaint little town/county of Cardston. Just 30 minutes from the majestic Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, Cardston is the only town that intersects both the Cowboy Trail and Canada's historic Mormon Trail.
Cardston, nestled in Alberta's southwest corner near Waterton Lakes National Park, mixes stunning views and rich history. Just 45 minutes from Lethbridge, the nearest city, and close to the Montana border, Cardston is a haven for those who cherish the serenity of rural life alongside modern conveniences.
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