Hinton

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

Bikers, hikers, nature enthusiasts and skiers flock to this northern center 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 vacation.

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-kilometer) 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 center 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 CA $159 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $159
CA $174 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (1,714 reviews)
"Not as good as the Ramada at Pincher Creek"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hinton
Twin Pine Inn & Suites

Twin Pine Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
595 Gregg Ave, Hinton, AB
The price is CA $189 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $189
CA $214 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Unfortunately, there is no laundry services."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Twin Pine Inn & Suites
Baymont by Wyndham Hinton

Baymont by Wyndham Hinton

2.5 out of 5
828 Carmichael Ln, Hinton, AB
The price is CA $189 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $189
CA $206 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (222 reviews)
"Nil"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Hinton
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.
5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table

5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table

3 out of 5
283 Tocher Ave, Hinton, AB
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions AirPlay Trampoline Park & Escape Rooms ...
5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table
Lovely house with mountain views &A/C

Lovely house with mountain views &A/C

Hinton
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hinton Golf Club ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Family event
"We stayed 2 nights in town for a family event with elderly parents. House was nice and easy to find. Good communication. However we did not realize that most of the bedrooms were either up or down a steep set of stairs. Other than that our staff was very good."

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

Lovely house with mountain views &A/C
Country living in town limits

Country living in town limits

Hinton
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hinton. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Hinton Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Five Stars Throughout
"My wife and I and six friends from Europe stayed in this property. Absolutely stunning, lots of space and everything you need, including a generous fire pit and lots of firewood!"

Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025

Country living in town limits
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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Reviews of Hinton

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
158
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
375
4 - Good 55%
3 - Okay
125
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
16
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice looking town. Kids loved seeing the trains and mountains

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Well laid out and easy to get around. You still have a nice view of the mountains if you don’t go into Jasper which is not well equipped for someone in a wheelchair.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful little town and a nice view of the mountains.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Friendly folks. Nice town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Hinton is a beautiful town settled in the mountains. Lots of restaurants and accommodations to choose from. Close to Jasper. Walmart and Canadian Tire.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

You ask to many questions