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Waterton Lakes National Park

Note: In the winter months, the closest fuel stations are located in Pincher Creek and Mountain View.

Waterton Lakes National Park is located in the southwest corner of Alberta, sharing borders with U.S.A. to the south and British Columbia to the west. The park is easily accessible by car. The closest international airport is in Calgary, a 270 km drive away. Spend a day or more exploring this special place.

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Entering the United States from Waterton Lakes

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Type	Location text	Location name	Address
1	Waterton Lakes National Park	Waterton Lakes National Park	<p> PO Box 200<br> Waterton Park, Alberta<br> T0K 2M0 </p>

Location

PO Box 200
Waterton Park, Alberta
T0K 2M0

Phone
403-859-5133

Email
waterton.info@pc.gc.ca

Directions

How to get here

Directions and distances to Waterton Lakes National Park by car and air.

Waterton Lakes National Park is located in beautiful southwest Alberta. Accessible by motor vehicle, Waterton Lakes is 271 km south of Calgary and 132 km southwest of Lethbridge. The nearest airport is in Lethbridge. Chief Mountain (seasonal operation only) and Carway are the two nearest international points of entry for motor vehicle access.

Free admission for youth. Other fees still apply.
Detailed fees list