One Day Trips - Calgary

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Big Knife Provincial Park: Why You Should Visit This Incredible Alberta Park

This incredible off-the-beaten-path provincial park offers visitors some incredible scenery and fantastic hiking opportunities. The area of Big Knife Provincial Park is convenient for many in Alberta. The Provincial… Read more »

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See Alberta’s Badlands From the Water With Red Deer River Adventures

Sure, you can climb to lookouts and take-in awesome views of the badlands! But, to really experience the land and the river that carved the Central Alberta… Read more »

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6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park in Calgary This Summer

There are incredible thrills and adventures hiding right in the heart of Calgary. At Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park, there are several of these thrilling experiences scheduled for… Read more »

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Western Canada’s Fastest Zipline in Calgary to Reopen For 2022 Summer Season on May 21st

Canada Olympic Park is Calgary’s all-season adventure destination transforming from a ski hill to a summer adventure wonderland with many activities from mountain biking to downhill karting…. Read more »

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7 May Long Weekend Getaways Ideas in Alberta

It is the first unofficial long weekend of Summer. If you are planning a day trip or a short weekend away, here are 7 ideas for this… Read more »

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Go on Indigenous Themed Outdoor Adventures This Summer Near Calgary With Painted Warriors

The Painted Warriors is a wilderness education centre located between Calgary and Red Deer that focuses its programs on Ojibway, Cree, and Mohawk traditions. You’ll get to… Read more »

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25 Alberta Adventures to Take With Your Teen This Summer

Entertaining older kids over summer break can be a challenge. Luckily, Alberta, its beautiful landscapes, and the local guides who operate here can help you tackle a… Read more »

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11 Pioneer Villages in Alberta For a Fun Filled Educational Day Trip

There is something special about exploring life-sized museum exhibits. Alberta’s pioneer villages and pioneer museums allow us to venture into the past by touring preserved buildings, shopping… Read more »

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12 Rescued Animal, Wildlife & Nature Sanctuaries to Visit in Alberta

Explore the best of Alberta wildlife and nature this spring or summer! From north to south, there are several ways to enjoy Alberta’s protected outdoor world through… Read more »

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Calgary Kayaks Offers Glow-in-the-Dark Kayak Rentals From Heritage Park Boat Launch

Glow-in-the-dark kayaks are the new-“ish” trend taking over Canada’s waters. Initially launched in Alberta by Edmonton Kayaks, glow-in-the-dark kayaks are basically transparent kayaks made of polycarbonate resin… Read more »

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10 Ideas For a May Day Trip From Calgary

A day trip from Calgary this May and this spring can take you and your family to several cool places. Here are just a few ideas for… Read more »

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Open Top Touring: Step Back in Time & Explore Banff on Vintage Coaches

Explore Banff in luxury and style with a unique touring experience this year. Open Top Touring by Pursuit offers a 90-minute tour around Banff in their custom-made… Read more »

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Must Do Indigenous Cultural & Heritage Experiences in Alberta

There are several ways to learn about Alberta’s Indigenous heritage and culture: dining at one of our Indigenous-owned restaurants, an afternoon of shopping and art gallery browsing,… Read more »

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Summer Adventures in David Thompson Country, Nordegg & Rocky Mountain House

Where is Clearwater County you may ask? This area of the province of Alberta is not commonly recognized by its county name, but rather by the attractions… Read more »

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18 Places For a Trip to See Hoodoos and Badlands in Alberta

You may already know about the number one place in Alberta for seeing the natural hoodoos: the Hoodoos Trail and lookout point east of Drumheller. But these… Read more »

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25 Must Do Scenic Lookout Hikes Near Calgary

If you are going to hike, you might as well choose a route with a culmination of breathtaking views and the feeling of being on top of… Read more »

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25 Natural Wonders You Should Visit in Alberta

It is not hard to find beauty in Alberta’s natural surroundings. This large province contains all sorts of wilderness to explore like waterfalls, mountains, glaciers, badlands and… Read more »

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Where to Stargaze in Alberta: Dark Sky Areas and Observatories

In Canada, you can find areas of dark sky preserved by both Parks Canada and Alberta’s Provincial Parks. Dark sky preserves ensure limited to no light pollution… Read more »

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Ice Sailing, and Ice Driving on Ghost Lake

Ghost Lake, a reservoir built on a section of Bow River, Alberta is a water sports paradise near Calgary. When old man winter arrives, the lake that has a water surface area of 11.6 km2 freezes in December and remains so, until April. Frozen surface of the Lake is conducive to many winter recreational activities including ice sailing.

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25 Places to Visit in Canada with Guinness World Records

The Guinness World Records have been around since 1954 and was created by Sir Hugh Beaver who was the Managing Director of the Guinness Brewery at the… Read more »

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20+ Must Visit Nature Attractions in Southern Alberta

Southern Alberta truly has a little bit of everything. From the rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains to the wide-open farmlands of the prairies, to the unique… Read more »

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25 Nature Attractions & Parks to Explore in Calgary

Now that the sun’s out and the leaves are budding, it’s time to go out and enjoy the great outdoors. And lucky for us, Calgary has a… Read more »

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Downtown Calgary Walking Tour

What better way to explore Calgary than hitting up its downtown core, the heart of the city. Calgary’s downtown is much larger and more spread out than… Read more »

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One Day Tour of Calgary

Here are few suggestions if you have just one day in Calgary. You can not do everything in a day, but this will give some ideas and make your one day visit to Calgary memorable. The article includes some of the best attractions in Calgary.