Children play in the rapids near the Balsam Ave. bridge

View of the Elbow River downstream from the Balsam Ave. bridge. The water is highest in June when runoff from the snowmelt in the mountains combines with seasonal rains

These girls launched their tubes just upstream of the bridge and floated throught the rapids

Children playing in the ice cold water.

Two boys wade into the water upstream from the Trading Post. The river isn't usually more than 2 feet deep. It moves quickly, but it is generally safe to play in.

The hot weather and special events like Bragg Creek Days and the Tsuu T'ina Rodeo & Pow Wow lure a lot of people to the banks of the Elbow in Bragg Creek

Rent a raft at the U of C or a sports equipment rental store, launch it from Kananaskis or the provincial park and enjoy a leisurely float. Inside Out Experience and Chinook River Sports offer guided rafting in Kananaskis.

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There aren't a lot of free fun things to do these days, but tubing the Elbow is a great way to get out and enjoy the long hot days of summer.

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This family found an island of their own to have a picnic and play in the water.

There are 3 locations in Bragg Creek where you can access the Elbow River; the Balsam Ave. bridge, the Trading Post and Bragg Creek Provincial Park.