Nestled at the foot of the Big Hill in the Bow Valley west of Calgary, the restaurant and saloon are among the oldest establishments of their kind in Alberta that are still in operation. A monument to our past, and the cornerstone of Historic Downtown Cochrane, food, spirits and a safe haven have been available in this location for over a hundred years Today, the saloon, now known as The Texas Gate is still frequented by visitors looking for a relaxing picturesque day trip, or a base of operations from which to explore Calgary and the Rocky Mountains. And of course, the historic establishment retains a special spot in the heart of locals, many of whom can trace their families back to the early days of this iconic landmark in Cochrane.