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High River travel guide

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You're Going to Love High River

With a population of 9,826, High River is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. High River deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit High River

High River in November
Estimated hotel price
$59
1 night at 3-star hotel
High River in November
Estimated hotel price
$59
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to High River in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in High River, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to High River

Plane

Although High River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 38 miles from High River. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to High River from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 2h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to High River is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 33 miles from High River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to High River, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to High River takes 170 miles and will cost you around $58. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 585 miles.

Plane

Although High River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 38 miles from High River. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to High River from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 2h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to High River is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 33 miles from High River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to High River, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to High River takes 170 miles and will cost you around $58. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 585 miles.

Airports near High River

YYCCalgary
YQLLethbridge

Airlines serving High River

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (853 reviews)
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Where to stay in High River

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham High River AB and Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre - High River.

Where to stay in popular areas of High River

Most booked hotels in High River

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Super 8 by Wyndham High River AB
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 378 reviews)
$88+
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Canalta High River
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 246 reviews)
$124+
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Best Western Plus Okotoks Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 129 reviews)
$122+
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Royal Duke Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 126 reviews)
$118+
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High River Motor Motel
1 star
Excellent (8, 53 reviews)
$79+
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Lakeview Inns & Suites - Okotoks
2 stars
Good (7.8, 564 reviews)
$90+
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Renting a car in High River

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in High River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in High River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10.

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