Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
Ride into history and discover ranching life from the late 1800s at Bar U Ranch National Historic Site. Try your hand at ranching skills, wander through historic buildings, or sit around the campfire and listen to old-time tales. Back-dropped by the Rocky Mountains – a true Alberta experience!
For the safety of you, your pet and livestock, pets are not allowed on site grounds or inside the visitor centre. Service dogs are permitted.
Features
Visiting Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
Activities and experiences
Things to do, trails, tours, programs, and red chairs.
Plan your visit
How to get here, accessibility, facilities and services, meeting and event rentals.
Visitor centre
Information, facilities and services, gift shop.
Tours and programs
Guided tours, programs, and learning experiences.
Safety and guidelines
Pets, livestock, wildlife, weather, and site regulations.
Fees
Daily visitor fees, program fees, special event fees, and more. Free admission for youth.
About Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
Culture and history
History, culture, photos and videos.
Stewardship and management
Jobs, partners, research permits, management planning, and policies.
Contact Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
General inquiries:
403-395-3044
1-888-773-8888 (toll free)
baru.info@pc.gc.ca
For emergencies within the historic site: 911
Hours of operation
Closed for the season
2025 operating season: May 12 to September 30
Complete schedule
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