Continue your favourite summer activities into the fall.
Whether you’re using them to get somewhere, or just going for a leisure stroll, the trails in Medicine Hat are the best view during the shift from summer to fall. With the leaves changing colour, the air becoming cooler, and the sun going down earlier, those early morning, mid-day, or evening strolls are a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors. Find all trails with the City's Heritage Trail Map!
watch the Fall Trails reel here.
Cooler mornings and evenings pair nicely with a warm fire and cup of coffee. Gas City Campground, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, Cavan Lake, or 40 Mile Park are all nearby campgrounds that are snug in nature.
Three mountain bike destinations live within 45 minutes of each other in Medicine Hat and region, and all offer a drastic change in landscape and scenery. From green forest, to Canadian Badlands, and adventurous coulees, you can experience each spot with must-ride mountain bike trails in one weekend.
Medicine Hat has surrounding areas that are full of beauty and experience, from hiking, to mountain biking, camping, and simple exploring. These day trips range from 20 minutes to hour and a half drives: Red Rock Coulee Natural Area, Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, Writing-On-Stone/Aisina’pi, and Dinosaur Provincial Park.
watch the Autumn Road Trips reel here.
Downtown Coffee Tour or Bakery Tour
There are up to 10 cafés and bakeries in the heart of the city, all serving fall-spiced baking and beverages, from pumpkin spice to cinnamon.
Medicine Hat has a longer patio seasons being Canada’s sunniest city. Soak in the sun, drink chilled drinks, and breathe in the fresh air with natural coulees and historic scenery surrounding you.
The courses are green, sunny, and ready to be played. Bring family and friends, pack clubs and balls, and head out onto one (or more) of six golf courses in and around the city Medicine Hat. If you’re looking to book a season-end party, the golf course clubs accept private bookings.
Until the end of September, the South Saskatchewan River and Seven Persons Creek are usually still safe to kayak, canoe, float, or paddle board! If you’re looking for rentals, Outdoor Xcape Rentals is still booking spots!