Frank Slide
Canada's deadliest rockslide, beside Highway 3 in the Crowsnest Pass.
About Frank Slide
A field of limestone boulders spreads across the valley below Turtle Mountain, where part of the mountain collapsed onto the town of Frank. The Frank Slide Interpretive Centre overlooks the slide and tells the story.
A brief history
At 4:10 a.m. on April 29, 1903, about 110 million tonnes of rock broke off Turtle Mountain and buried part of the coal-mining town of Frank within about 100 seconds. Between 70 and 90 people died, most still buried beneath the rubble. The interpretive centre opened in 1985.
RV tips
- Highway 3 passes right through the slide, and there are pull-offs. The interpretive centre road climbs a steep hill.
- Camp in the Crowsnest Pass area and combine with mining history sites.
- Crosswinds can be strong through the pass.
Before you go: Hours, road conditions, campground availability, passes and fire bans change. Check the official source below, 511 Alberta and Alberta Fire Bans before you travel. National parks need a Parks Canada pass, and Kananaskis needs a Conservation Pass.
Campgrounds
See Alberta campgrounds in this region for typical costs, hookups and booking links.
Sources & more information
Related trip planning: Alberta RV routes · Pre-trip checklist · Crown land camping