Introducing Lethbridge
Right in the heart of Southern Alberta farming country sits the small city of Lethbridge. Though there isn’t a lot to bring you to the city, once you are there it is a pleasant enough place to spend a little time. The Oldman River cuts a deep swath through the center of town forming a wide river valley that is the city’s main attraction. There are ample hiking opportunities in the valley, or coulee, as it is known. The large rail bridge that spans the valley is a scenic highlight in a city short on scenic highlights. While the downtown is a mess of fast-food and chain stores, the friendly locals and sporadic points of interest turn the tide and make it a worthwhile place to break up a drive.
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West of downtown, the appropriately named Scenic Dr runs along the coulee rim. To its east, busy Mayor Mcgrath Dr (Hwy 5) is a chain-store-infested drag that could be Anywhere, North America. Here you’ll find many places to stay and eat.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Air Canada to charge for checked bags on international flights...
by auntie_social 04 September 2011
One of the nice things about AC is I can fly out of Lethbridge for the same # of points, even if it is a puddle jumper and I whack my…
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RE: Air Canada to charge for checked bags on international flights...
by auntie_social 04 September 2011
I have to fly to Toronto (from Calgary or Lethbridge) this fall, you would recommend AC over Westjet? My only experience is with AC but…
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RE: Writing on Stone
by tootsall 05 June 2011
Have visited, picnic'd, and camped there for years. The scenery alone is worth the trip from Lethbridge, Calgary or Medicine Hat. Vandalis…
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