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Where to see the northern lights near the city?

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Aurora forecast looks good this week. Where is a dark spot close to Calgary to try and see them?


 
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Posted : 18/10/2026 5:09 pm
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Head east out of the city, away from the glow. The roads past Chestermere get dark fast.


 
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Posted : 18/10/2026 5:34 pm
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Nose Hill after closing is popular but technically you should not be there at night. East is safer.


 
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Posted : 18/10/2026 6:16 pm