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Summary
This is Southern Alberta's major climbing area. It is centered around the town of Canmore, and most of it is also known as the Bow Valley.
Description
Tons of trad and sport climbing in dozens of crags. The best season is from April to October. Canmore is the center of the climbing in the Bow Valley.
Approach
You can reach Canmore from Calgary by bus or car. You might need a car to reach the crags in Bow Valley.
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