What's going on in Nordegg anyway?
Certainly one of Alberta's best kept secrets, HI-Nordegg, Shunda Creek Hostel is a favourite for hikers, climbers and mountain bikers. Located in the heart of the David Thompson Corridor, this four-season destination provides the perfect setting for individuals, families, groups and outdoor enthusiasts seeking exceptional recreational opportunities.

The area offers some of the most diverse scenery, flora, fauna and history in the Alberta Rocky Mountains. You can visit the Siffluer wilderness area, Abraham Lake, North Saskatchewan river, Kootenays Ecological reserve, Bighorn Indian reserve and so much more. Take a short drive on the Forestry Trunk road and you're in a whole other area. You can even take the Trunk road up to Edson or just outside of Calgary. But be aware this is a graveled highway and can be rough at times.

HI-Nordegg is located just out of the Banff National Park, so you don't have to pay park fees. There is a whole lot of FREEdom out here.

Where are we located? HI-Nordegg is centrally located in the eastern foothills of the David Thompson Corridor. Half way between Banff and Jasper, and half way between Edmonton and Calgary (approximately 3 hours to each), we're in the perfect location. HI-Nordegg is only an hour (83km) out of the Banff National Park, so if you want to hop across and into the Parks, we're not too far from it.

Why would you want to pay more money to do expensive activities and stay at places where they'll be leaving holes in your pockets, when you can save so much more just a few minutes outside of the Banff National Park! An inexpensive family trip is hardly heard of, but there is still one place left that offers it. Any activity you want to do out here will cost you half as much as you will pay in the Parks and we have just as many amazing views and things to see and do. You don't even have to pay the cost-consuming Park fees.

So what's your thing? If you're looking to save a few pennies but want the same experience as the Parks, why not try:

• Hiking - we have plenty of it
• Climbing - we have climbs of all grades and styles.
• Fishing - we have a few well stocked lakes close by as well as some amazing rivers for fly-fishing.
• Road biking and mountain biking - people love our wide shoulders and our single tracks
  

And that's all FREE (except for a fishing license or two). Or you can spend a bit of money and go:

• Canoeing, kayaking, rafting or boating - we've got plenty of lakes to splash about and the North Saskatchewan to raft down.
• Horseback riding - we've got trail guides in every direction for a different experience.
• Golfing - we have the oldest 9-hole golf course in Alberta.
• Via Ferrata - for the beginner climber.

If you like a little history, we have that too. You can check out:

• Mine tours and the miner's museum - maybe you'll even get a guided tour by someone who grew up in Nordegg!
• If you're looking to get all artsy, why not try the David Thompson Corridor? You can take some amazing photos here or paint beautiful pictures of the scenery and wildlife.

And you won't want to miss:

• The annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on July 30th.
• The annual Golf competition on July 30th, as well as many more throughout the summer.
• The annual Beef on a Bun fundraiser in August.
• A pow wow event July 14-17. It will be at the Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site.

So what are you waiting for? Get out of the city and get into Nordegg! We're waiting for you!