Jr. Astronomers, enthusiastic sky gazers and date idea seekers, it’s finally here! Showcasing approximately 15 ‘shooting stars’ per hour, the year’s most spacetastic event is finally here. Of course, no thanks to all of our darn light pollution, you’ll need to position yourself just right to catch a glimpse of it when it peaks Friday, October 21st so we’ve put together a list of the best places in and around Calgary to watch the stunning Orionids meteor shower!
Let’s hope for a cloud-free evening!
KEOMA PUBLIC FIELDS
Live in the North? Lucky you! You’re only minutes away from another fantastic place to see the shower! A 37-minute drive from Calgary’s city centre, Keoma Public Fields will give stargazers a brilliant view of the sky and everything in it.
Where: directions here
Distance from Calgary (city centre): 49.5 km
ANN & SANDY CROSS CONSERVATION AREA
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Don’t want to drive too far from home Just outside the city limits, Calgarians will find the Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area. This 4,800-acre day-use natural area protects habitats, provides space for animals AND has a pretty good view of the sky.
Where: 194001 160 St W #20, Foothills County, AB
Distance from Calgary (city centre): 32.1 km
BRAGG CREEK
Like Keoma, Several areas in and around Bragg Creek will do just fine for those looking to sneak a peek at this year’s meteor shower. The best part? Clocking in at just under 40 minutes, It’s not a terribly long drive either.
Where: directions here
Distance from Calgary (city centre): 45.6 km
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CHAIN LAKES PROVINCIAL PARK
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Chain Lakes may be a few kilometres out of the city but you won’t regret it. On a clear night, see practically everything. From stars and planets to meteor showers like the Perseid, gazers will not be disappointed.
Where: directions here
Distance from Calgary (city centre): 128 km
HORSESHOE CANYON
This year pack some road snacks and drive out to Horseshoe Canyon in Drumheller, a beautiful locale for camping, biking, walking, or lounging. Honestly, no matter the time of day it’s gorgeous here, but at night the sky is dark, the stars are bright and the constellations really come to life.
Where: directions here
Distance from Calgary (city centre): 119 km
Well, there you have it. Some of the best places in and around Calgary to watch the 2022 Orionids Meteor shower. Happy viewing!
