Some trails ok for seniors

Unless the gate is closed to the lower trail beneath the cliff, it is open 24 -7 The trail on top of the cliff is included with admission to the site and accessible only through the interpretive center.

We didn’t see any dogs so guess not. Most of the visit is inside at interpretive centre so not suitable for dogs. However the lower trail may be ok.

I agree with those above who suggested Head Smashed-In. It is a well done exhibit around the actual site of the buffalo run. Fort MacLeod was also good but if you only had time for one, do the Head Smashed-In.

I usually allow 2 hours for museums (I rather do a second visit) and for this one a single 2 hour visit is adequate.

Hello - sorry for the delay in answering. We have a variety of drop in free programs through the summer. These include short building tours, setting up tipi's throwing spears, mock archaeology dig and more. The schedule for these free programs is not set far in advance and depends on the availability of interpreters. It's best to ask when you arrive at Head-Smashed-In. We also offer Drum & Dance Demonstrations on Wednesdays (July & August, included with admission), Hikes to the Drive Lanes on the first Saturday of each month Spring-Fall (additional fee), and the Piskun (buffalo hunt) 3 hour immersive programs Monday & Friday (July & August, additional fee). We hope that helps!

Yes we are - 9am to 5pm. Always up to date hours are available on our website. Thanks & safe travels! The HSIBJ team.

Hello, Thank you for your questions. Most visitors find that about 1.5 hours is sufficient to visit our exhibits. We also have an outdoor interpretive trail that takes you below the cliff and through the campsite area. Most people find an hour is enough time to enjoy the hike, We do have a cafe open May -September (for 2017) if you wish to enjoy a meal onsite. We hope that answers your question. Safe Travels. The HSIBJ Team

Hello, Thank you to everyone who has weighed in on this. The practice of driving bison from the cliffs at Head-Smashed-In (and across North America) allowed Indigenous cultures to thrive in a fairly harsh environment. It provided them with enough food to survive hard winters, and allowed for the development of an amazing culture. Because of these buffalo hunts, the people didn't just scratch out an existence, they developed songs, games, rituals, art and an amazing, beautiful complex society. The hunts were not wasteful. Each heard was carefully selected to contain the optimal number of animals; minimize waste while still being successful. There is no evidence that this method of hunting had any negative impact on the bison population, or on the landscape. If you would like further information, please check out our website (apologies - we are not allowed to add in websites), or look up Jack Brink's book - Imagining Head-Smashed-In, available online for free on the Athabasca University Press website (with additional video clips and interviews). If you have any further questions, please contact us using the email address provided under the contact menu on our website. Thanks, The HSIBJ Team

Hello, Our summer hours are 9am-5pm daily. Our winter hours are 10am-5pm daily (with some holiday closures). Up to date hours and admissions can be found on our website - headsmashedin. org, and click on the Hours and Admissions tab on the left. Thanks, The HSIBJ Team