Cave and Basin National Historic Site of Canada

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The birthplace of Canada’s national park system. When three railway workers stumbled upon the Cave and Basin thermal hot springs they set in motion a series of events that led to the creation of Canada’s national park system. Come and visit this inspiring and special place. Interpretive programming, exhibits and film. Admission charged.
The Cave and Basin NHSC will undergo a major revitalization over the next 2 years to improve visitor experience and better protect the cultural and natural resources.

As such, Parks Canada will CLOSE the Bathing Pavilion from April 2010 to November 2011. This means that the main building will be closed to the public and that there will be NO visitor access to the cave, basin, theatre or rest room facilities.

Access to the boardwalks and Sundance Day Use Area and trail system will be maintained.
The small rest room building on the Marsh Boardwalk will remain open.

www.pc.gc.ca/cave

Address: 311 Cave Ave. PO Box 900 Banff, AB T1L 1K2

Phone: 403-762-1566

Fax: 403-762-1565

Website: http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/ab/caveandbasin/index_E.asp

Hours: Summer 15 May - 30 Sept daily 0900 - 1800 Winter 01 Oct - 14 May weekdays 1100 - 1600 weekends 0930 -1700 Closed 25 Dec 2009