Community Information: The Village of Carmangay, Alberta

Located on Highway #23, 35.16 km (28.85 miles) south of the Town of Vulcan; or 61.78 km (38.39 miles) north of Lethbridge; or 163.9 km (101.4 miles) southeast of Calgary.

Carmangay is the oldest municipality in VulcanCounty, having celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2000. Located in southern-most part of the county, it is the only community that is adjacent to a natural body of water - the Little Bow River.

A small prairie village situated on the banks of the Little Bow River, had its beginnings in the early 1900s. In 1904, C.W. Carman started one of the largest wheat farms in Alberta at that time - 1,500 acres. The name of the village commemorates the name C.W. Carman and his wife Gertrude Gay. Carmangay, set on top of a valley, features scenery second to none and is rich in history and beauty.

Things to do in and around the Village of Carmangay

Tipi Rings recreational area

Historic Fire hall and Fire Truck

Historic United Church

McFarland nature walk

Historic Walking Tour of Carmangay (coming soon to DOWNLOAD)

Dining and Accommodation in Carmangay, Alberta

CAMPGROUNDS IN CARMANGAY, ALBERTA:
Tee Pee RV Park, 403-643-3595

Located in the village of Carmangay. 18 sites total with 8 of those having full hook ups. Dump station and shower/bathroom facilities with camp kitchen. No reservations.

MOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN CARMANGAY, ALBERTA:
Grange Hotel/Restaurant/Tavern, 403-643-3673

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