Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, located where the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains in southwestern Alberta, Canada, was a site used by indigenous peoples for centuries. Here, skilled buffalo runners would drive herds over the cliff, a practice that was both strategic and essential for survival. Today, visitors can explore the site’s museum, which showcases traditional hunting methods through detailed exhibitions. An interpretive walk offers further insight into the area’s rich history and the ingenuity of its original inhabitants.