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Cochrane at a Glance
Located in the heart of Alberta's
cattle country, Cochrane is situated at the base of the Big Hill in Bow Valley
River, 37 km (23 mi) northwest of Calgary's
city centre and less than an hour's drive from the spectacular Rocky
Mountains. This rapidly growing town isn't shy about its ranching heritage,
which is demonstrated in many forms. The Cochrane
Ranche Historic Site is proud of its heritage as the first large-scale cattle
operation in Western Canada in the
late 1800s and exhibits this pride through interpretive trails and displays. Country
and western themed shops in Cochrane's downtown further the tribute to its heritage
and cowboy hats can be found in both shop windows and on the heads of real cowboys
who live and work in the area. While in town, try some famous ice cream or stop
in at a saloon for a pint and some Alberta beef, ordered medium-rare for an authentic
western experience.
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Travel Articles about Cochrane |
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Bow River Inn
Cozy accommodation in Cochrane for corporate and family travellers! |
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Chinook Rafting
Rafting the Canadian Rockies. Kananaskis, Horseshoe Canyon, Kicking Horse and more! |
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Bike Bros.
Calgary's source for bike, ski, snowboard and skate repairs! |
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