Bragg Creek
On the edge of Kananaskis Country, situated amidst the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, sits the quaint and largely rural community of Bragg Creek.
This beguiling hamlet is located only 44 km (27 mi) west of Calgary along scenic Highway 8 and attracts many visitors, who come for the vibrant arts community, unique shopping opportunities, freshly baked pies and gorgeous scenery.
Bragg Creek incudes; the Hamlet of Bragg Creek, West Bragg Creek, Wintergreen, South Bragg Creek and Redwood Meadows. South Bragg Creek forms a part of the Foothills Municipal District No.31 The other areas lie within the Rockyview Municipal District No.44 which is responsible for the administration of services and facilities. The Hamlet is not a registered town site and as such has no mayor, council or administration. Its centre features several small shops; some very unique, as well as houses on 14 streets. The Bragg Creek Centre is the venue where most of the local groups meet. It is equipped with an indoor/outdoor stage for performances and a dedicated craft room. It can accommodate an audience of up to 800 people. The Snowbirds Chalet also plays host to many local activities.
This is also a favourite destination from Calgary south along 22X, a pleasant 20 -25 minute drive. Many choose to pack a picnic and head to nearby Elbow Falls, where the Elbow River collides with the rocky slopes of the mountains to form an amazing natural spectacle.
Hiking and cross country skiing trails permeate Bragg Creek's woods and hills, inviting adventurers to an encounter with nature. Real Estate has become a hot commodity in this area with many beautiful country acreages developed outside the hamlet. Values go from $500,000 to $1M plus for these appealing acreage settings.
Schools in the area include:
ECS Kindergarten, Hamlet of Bragg Creek Tel: 949 3939
Banded Peak Elementary, K-8 Tel: 949 2292 www.rockyview.ab.ca/bpeak
Elbow Valley Elementary, K-4 Offers French Immersion. Tel: 242 1117
Spring Bank Middle School, Grade 5-8 Tel: 242 4456
Spring Bank High School, Grades 9-12 Tel: 246 4771
For further information on schools contact the Rockyview School Division No.41 Tel: 250 1504 www.rockyview.ab.ca
or the Foothills School District No.31 Tel: 652 3001
