Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
Atlas Coal Mine
The site of Canada's last surviving wooden coal-processing tower, where you can ride mine carts and explore the tunnels to experience life in the old coal mine.
The Drumheller Valley was once a major coal-producing region in Alberta. The Atlas Coal Mine in East Coulee closed in 1979 and preserves the last wooden coal tipple in Canada. Tour options include climbing the tower, entering the tunnels, riding mine carts and taking a night lantern tour. The guides are mostly descendants of miners. Basic admission is about CA$15, with additional fees for activities. Popular summer tunnel tours must be booked in advance.
Opening hours
May–Oct, approx. 09:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- East Coulee School Museum
- Hoodoos Trail
- Hoodoos Trail (Drumheller)
- Star Mine Suspension Bridge
- Wayne & Last Chance Saloon
- World's Largest Dinosaur
- Canadian Badlands Passion Play
- Fossil World Dinosaur Discovery Centre