Kananaskis lines up summer hikes, rides, races and stays

By AI, Created 4:25 PM UTC, May 21, 2026, /AGP/ – Kananaskis Country in Alberta is rolling out a summer lineup of hikes, bike rides, runs, paddling events and family attractions from May through July 2026. The schedule is paired with Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge’s upgraded spa, dining and Black Diamond Club offerings for travelers looking to stay close to the trails.

Why it matters: - Kananaskis is positioning itself as a full-season mountain destination for hikers, cyclists, runners, paddlers and families. - The summer calendar gives travelers fixed dates for major trail access, races and events across the Canadian Rockies. - Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is using the season to connect outdoor activity with higher-end lodging, dining and spa stays.

What happened: - Kananaskis Country announced a summer slate of outdoor activities and events for May through July 2026. - The season includes hiking, biking, running, horseback riding and whitewater paddling across the Kananaskis Valley. - Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge highlighted its summer lodging, spa and package offers for visitors planning trips around those events.

The details: - On May 19, the Kananaskis Indoor Waterpark, hot tubs and steam room reopened after a major renovation. - The waterpark is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. all summer. - The updated space includes a children’s leisure pool with beach entry, ground jets, themed rocks, tree stump water jets, a mountain-themed water play table and three water slides. - The water area also includes indoor and outdoor hot tubs. - June 5-7 brings the Kananaskis Gravel Adventure, a three-day cycling event on gravel roads and trails through the valley. - June 15 marks the reopening of Highwood Pass, the highest paved road in Canada, with access to major hiking trails. - June 20 is the 40th anniversary of the K100 Relay, a 100-mile team race across mountain terrain. - June 21 features Boundary Ranch experiences, including horseback trail rides, the Guinn’s Wildlife Museum and Tipi Village. - July 10-12 brings KanFest, described as the region’s premier whitewater festival, with river racing and community activities on the Kananaskis River. - July 25-26 closes out the summer race season with the Kananaskis Half Marathon and 10K on scenic courses with steep climbs and limestone peak views. - Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge sits at the base of Mount Kidd and offers direct access to trails and event sites. - The lodge offers dining at Forte, Blacktail Bar, the Cedar Room and Market Café. - Forte serves casual wood-fired Italian food. - Blacktail Bar serves handcrafted cocktails. - The Cedar Room focuses on local Canadian beef and coastal seafood. - Market Café offers grab-and-go food for trail days. - The Kananaskis Nordic Spa offers hydrotherapy and massage therapy after outdoor activity. - The lodge also runs a guest activities calendar with supervised activities for families. - Fireside Moments runs nightly from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the patio outside Market Café. - Fireside Moments includes complimentary s’mores and stargazing. - The Black Diamond Club opened in May 2025 as a boutique hotel within the larger resort. - The club includes 71 renovated rooms and suites across three private floors. - Black Diamond Club rooms include premium bedding, jersey robes, wellness amenities and in-room beverage rituals with Jolene’s Tea House and Nespresso coffee. - The Black Diamond Club Lounge serves breakfast, après-adventure snacks, evening desserts and all-day drinks. - The Black Diamond Club Golf Package includes a tee time at Kananaskis Country Golf Club, one-night stay, club car transport, valet parking and Club inclusions. - The Cycle and Soak Package includes a one-night stay, two 3-hour eBike rentals from Kananaskis Outfitters and two evening hydrotherapy passes to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa. - The Cowboy Retreat includes a two-hour trail ride at Boundary Ranch and a whiskey and gin tasting sponsored by Wild Life Distillery. - Summer rates at Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge start at $400. - Black Diamond Club rates start at $800.

Between the lines: - The event calendar is built to stretch traveler interest beyond one activity type and into multi-day stays. - The lodge’s packages are designed to convert race, ride and hike visitors into higher-spend overnight guests. - The mix of family activities, spa services and premium club rooms suggests Kananaskis is targeting both adventure travelers and leisure guests.

What’s next: - The main summer draw begins in late May and runs through the end of July. - Travelers planning around Highwood Pass, race weekends and whitewater events will need to align visits with the posted dates. - Lodge guests can use the summer calendar, spa access and Black Diamond Club packages to build longer mountain stays.