Spanning a relatively small 122,788 acres, Waterton Lakes is the smallest national park in the Canadian Rockies, but it's also one of the best for quietly—and safely—observing the bears.

A stone's throw from Denver, the first segment of the Colorado Trail takes you up a semi-accessible dirt road from Littleton into Waterton Canyon and on to the epic, 200-some-feet-high Strontia ...

A wildlife warning was issued Tuesday for cougars in Waterton Village and area. Cougars are frequenting the area where the ...

Try the Bear's Hump 1.8-mile moderate hike for some great views of the towns around the area, the prairies, and Waterton Valley. The 6.8-mile Crandell Lake trail offers vistas of the lake's ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Make a stop at the Prince of Wales Hotel to sip afternoon tea in its Royal Steward Dining Room and take in the spectacular views of Waterton Lake. The scenery from this ...

Hikes and Bikes: All three of the Waterton Lakes lie along the entry road. Other paved routes provide quick access to park highlights. One of the hiking trails is world famous, while mountain ...