Coleman is a little settlement and part of the Crowsnest Pass Community, a former coal-mining area that was used by the Canadian Pacific Railway. However, the history of this area dates way back. Archeological findings and relics from the Clovis culture reveal that is has been inhabited by humans for at least 11,000 years.
Hikers will find good amenities around Coleman. There is a small variety of cafés and restaurants as well as accommodations, and a post office. There is no grocery store, but a gas station for snacks. You can either send resupply packages to Coleman or try to get to Blairmore that has an IGA grocery store and a general store.