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Garner Lake Provincial Park: All Season Fun Near Edmonton
Garner Lake Provincial Park near Edmonton has an activity for every season. It is one of the closest parks to the east side of the city and… Read more »
Explore Vulcan: Where Star Trek Meets Prairie History
As with many other Alberta towns, the history of Vulcan dates back to the early 20th century and CPR development. The railway and agriculture helped to build Vulcan, a place that once had nine grain elevators towering over it. It would only be by coincidence that a wildly famous science fiction series’ would share the town’s name. When visiting Vulcan today, all this history is on full display, including the Star Trek connection.
Red Rock Coulee: ‘Alien’ Landscape in Alberta Home to Large Spheroid Concretions
Some of Alberta’s landscapes seem…alien at times. The province has such drastic changes in scenery along its highways that these strange scenes often take you by surprise,… Read more »
Explore Wyndham Carseland Provincial Park Near Calgary on a Day Trip or Comfort Camping Getaway
When the Bow River exits the city of Calgary, it travels through a unique part of Alberta’s landscape. The Bow River in the southeast part of the… Read more »
Police Outpost Provincial Park: Alberta’s Southernmost Provincial Park Offers Majestic Mountain Views, and Nature Trails
Chief Mountain, in Montana, is a unique peak. It stands out as a tall, rectangular structure among the other jagged peaks. Chief Mountain makes for incredible scenery,… Read more »
37 Alberta Parks You Should Add to Your Outdoor Adventure Bucket List
It is a tough decision: when planning a trip around Alberta, where do you visit first? The nearly 500 Provincial Parks, Recreation Areas, Ecological Reserves, and Wildland… Read more »
Wind Chasing Road Trip Across Southern Alberta
Southern Alberta is famous for its Chinook winds and is a place that sees a lot of strong winds in general. The winds can gain strength travelling… Read more »
Alberta’s Long Lake Provincial Park Offers Plenty of Summer Fun
If you are looking for a “quieter” beach and lake this summer, you can plan for a day or weekend at Long Lake Provincial Park. An easy… Read more »
Etzikom Museum Alberta: Visit Canada’s Only Windmill Museum
Did you know that there is a village in Alberta with an impressive collection of these old-school windmills? It is an impressive sight to see: the recreated… Read more »
Escape to Solitude: Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park in Alberta
Thanks to its remote location, Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park is a quiet place for anyone to relax and unwind. The small prairie lake and remote park are… Read more »
Summer Fun at Park Lake Provincial Park Near Lethbridge – Boats, Birds, and Beaches
Alberta’s lesser-known provincial parks, like Park Lake Provincial Park, offer an ideal setting for a delightful family getaway. The lakes are free from the hustle of fast-moving… Read more »
Wildflower Walk: Explore Colourful Carpets of Flowers at Waterton Lakes National Park in June
You can find so many types of flowers in Waterton, in fact, that the National Park is dubbed the Wildflower Capital of Canada! The townsite of Waterton… Read more »
9 Interesting Stay Options For Your Summer Vacation in Alberta
Take your summer vacation in Alberta off the beaten path this year. These interesting ideas for places to stay in Alberta will give you specific and general… Read more »
20 Ideas For a Staycation This Spring Break in Alberta
Spring in Alberta can mean snow, or it can mean sun. If you’re looking for a spring break staycation this year, there are activities around the province… Read more »
10 Trip Ideas For Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta
Easter, or the start of spring: no matter which one you’re celebrating at the end of March, the celebrations may call for a weekend getaway in Alberta…. Read more »
5 Reasons to Visit Vermilion Provincial Park This Winter
Located in Vermilion and the Vermilion River Valley, Central Alberta’s Vermilion Provincial Park is a hidden gem, particularly for winter activities. Boasting 23km of trails, many of… Read more »
17 Bucket List Winter Adventures in Alberta
New winter adventures are around every corner in Alberta. From north to south and east to west are unique, memorable, or exhilarating winter experiences. Some include activities… Read more »
10 Ideas For Romantic Winter Getaways in Alberta
Find romance this winter in Alberta with several different getaway ideas. These romantic winter vacations in Alberta are perfect for Valentine’s Day, the adjacent weekends, or the… Read more »
15 of the Best Fall Activities in Jasper National Park
The wilderness of Jasper National Park awaits you this fall, with plenty of things to do and see, you won’t have any problems filling up your vacation… Read more »
5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – Aug 25 to 27
Where in Alberta will a last-minute getaway take you? It could take you to any corner of the province. Across Alberta, this coming weekend are many events… Read more »
5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – Aug 18 to 20
Tackle some last-minute getaway plans with these ideas and inspirations. For a weekend getaway in Alberta in August, you may want to take advantage of the weather:… Read more »
5 Ideas For a Getaway This Weekend in Alberta – Aug 11 to 13
Last-minute weekend plans? No problem! These ideas and inspiration will get you started on planning the best last-minute summer vacation. Take advantage of camping weather, swimming weather,… Read more »
5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – July 28 to 30
The upcoming weekend of July 28-30 marks the halfway point of summer for many in Alberta. And it might be a perfect time to get away from… Read more »
5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – July 21 to 23
Get those last-minute getaway plans going and fill your upcoming weekend with some fun in Alberta. No matter where you decide to take your vacation, there are… Read more »