It's in an unassuming area and you can easily drive past it and not know it was there if signs weren't present. The views from the parking lot are beautiful. It's like a mini Grand Canyon in the Canadian Badlands. Honestly I didn't know this existed until I did research. Rumor has it that it was the canyon where horses and cattle were smuggled between the U.S. and Canada. Horses and cattle would come out of these valleys with different brands. While you can hike these unmarked trails it's easy to get turned around, so if you have a terrible sense of direction you might want to call it a day and admire the views from atop. Like we did. It's rather a steep incline to get down into the canyon. Keep this is in mind and be sure to have shoes with good grip if you decide to tackle it. If viewing from atop make sure you have your kids close by and are watching them vigilantly as the drop offs can lead to a death fall or serious bodily injury. Don't be ridiculous trying to get that perfect IG pic and die in the process. There were plenty of gopher holes so mind them as well. read more

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The scenery at Horsethief Canyon is amazing! Obviously we arent the only ones who think so. The day we came out, there were not only lots of tourists, there was a tonne of motorcycle enthusiasts along with antique car enthusiasts as well. We went with the intention of hiking the canyon, but the rain made it pretty slick, so we snapped some pictures and left. however, we will be back to play outside in that scenery. oh yes! we will be back! read more

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As the other reviewer said, this place is simply amazing. I never knew such a beautiful place existed in Alberta! I really enjoyed my time here. It was close to sunset, which made Horsethief even more beautiful. There was also no one else around, so me and my boyfriend were free to wander, take lots of pics, and just enjoy the awesome scenery. We did not go down for a hike. Apparently, it is easy to get lost, and I am not an experienced hiker. Seriously, do not pass up on seeing this place when visiting the Drumheller area! read more