Medicine Hat Saamis Tepee
Canada’s indigenous past, present & future. Originally created as a centre-piece for the 1988 Winter Olympics, it was moved to Medicine Hat and erected near the Trans Canada Highway. Located near the Medicine Hat Tourism Centre, the area boasts a beautiful, pristine landscape situated above a coulee valley. Amenities nearby include off-leash dog park, biking trails (paved and natural), ball diamonds, and more. Plus inside the adjacent tourist centre, you’ll find maps, mementos, washrooms, wifi and more. ACCESSIBILITY: Fully accessible, however keep in mind this area can be quite windy. Keep in mind, washrooms are not 24 hrs, as they are inside the adjacent tourist centre.
The Medicine Hat Tepee (or Saamis Tepee) is a landmark in southeast Alberta, dedicated to Canada’s indigenous past, present & future. Originally created as a centre-piece for the 1988 Winter Olympics, it was moved to Medicine Hat and erected near the Trans Canada Highway. Plus inside the adjacent tourist centre, you’ll find maps, mementos, washrooms, wifi and more. ACCESSIBILITY: Fully accessible, however keep in mind this area can be quite windy. Keep in mind, washrooms are not 24 hrs, as they are inside the adjacent tourist centre. Located near the Medicine Hat Tourism Centre, the area boasts a beautiful, pristine landscape situated above a coulee valley. Amenities nearby include off-leash dog park, biking trails (paved and natural), ball diamonds, and more.
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