The town of Rocky Mountain House lies
85 kilometers (52 miles) west of Red
Deer, and 229 kilometers (142
miles) northwest of Calgary,
in western Alberta.
Settlement of the area goes back to
1799, when a fur trading post and base
for exploration was established by
the North West Company. The community
gained village status in 1912. Now,
this town...
Rocky Mountain House – population 7,000
"– is at the gateway of scenic West Country,
surrounded by beautiful lakes, recreational areas,
and an extensive all-season trail system.
Population:
7,000
Location:
Located 45 minutes west of Red Deer and
less than two hours east of Banff National Park.
