Mountie Statue at Fort Calgary, Calgary, Visitor Guide & Things to Do Nearby

The Mountie Statue at Fort Calgary stands at 802 8 St SE in Calgary, Alberta. It marks the Fort Calgary site and gives visitors a landmark to pause at on a walk through this part of the city.

Tips for your visit

• Plan on a short stop of 10 to 15 minutes for the statue itself, or longer if you also explore the wider Fort Calgary site.
• Look for any plaque or sign near the statue, as it is the quickest way to learn what it commemorates.
• Daylight is best for photos and for reading any inscriptions. Check current opening hours and access for the Fort Calgary grounds before you go.
• Combine the visit with a walk around the surrounding neighbourhood rather than making a separate trip.

See it on a quest

The statue is one stop on Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Calgary. You walk to it as part of a longer route through the area, the app tells you about each place as you arrive, and you solve a puzzle based on what is in front of you. One ticket covers the whole group.

It also appears on The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Calgary, a self-guided walk you can start whenever you like, with no guide and no group to join. One ticket covers the whole group.

If you prefer a lighter theme, Lucky Treasure Hunt: The Golden Shamrock in Calgary passes here too. You see the statue on foot, hear about it in the app and solve a puzzle on the spot. One ticket covers the whole group.