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Explore Rummel Lake Near Calgary: A Scenic Hike Amid Towering Peaks
Some of Alberta’s best or most renowned hiking trails start from the Smith Dorien Trail in Kananaskis Country. The Smith Dorien Trail runs north to south and… Read more »
Rock Lake Provincial Park: Things to Do at This Hidden Gem Between Hinton and Jasper
Jasper National Park may be the major attraction west of Hinton. But within the area, and before any National Park border, are immense wilderness areas open for… Read more »
Troll Falls: An Easy, Family Friendly Frozen Waterfall Day Trip From Calgary
The winter trails of Kananaskis are nearly as abundant as the summer trails. Whether you choose to hike, bike, ski, or snowshoe, Kananaskis has a trail for… Read more »
Winter Adventures in Alberta Parks For An Exciting Day Out
Winter adventures are easy to come by in Alberta’s parks. And no matter what the word adventure means to you, there are activities for all sorts of… Read more »
10 Provincial Parks For a Winter Day Trip Near Calgary
Snow is no reason to hide out at home. Not when you live somewhere surrounded by as much beautiful winter scenery as Calgary, anyway! All it takes… Read more »
Reasons to Spend a Winter Weekend at Alberta’s William A. Switzer Provincial Park
Did you know there is a must-visit provincial park between Hinton and the Jasper Park Gates? While many of us usually drive on Highway 16 and beeline… Read more »
Best Alberta Provincial Parks With Winter Camping & Exciting Activities
Winter camping makes for a big adventure. And in a place like Alberta, it is certainly worth bearing the cold or the snow. Many of the… Read more »
Fall Adventures at Alberta’s Castle Provincial Park
As one of Alberta’s many southern outdoor playgrounds, Castle Provincial Park has something for everyone. The year-round park is situated in an ideal spot on both mountains… Read more »
From Creeks to Peaks: Explore Bob Creek Wildland Provincial Park in Southwest Alberta
Alberta’s wilder wilderness areas are marked by Alberta Parks as Wildland Provincial Parks. Every part of the province has an area like this, with hundreds of square… Read more »
Visit Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park on a Fall Colour Day Trip From Calgary
Visit one of Alberta’s newest Provincial Parks this autumn season. Fall might be the best time to come to this riverside park, as it is in the… Read more »
25 of the Best Parks in Alberta to See Fantastic Fall Colours
Alberta’s natural beauty comes alive in the fall. The blue and green lakes are now surrounded by contrasting trees, the mountains are gold with larches, and the… Read more »
Sulphur Gates: Discover the Enchanting Trails and Stunning Scenery at Alberta’s Hidden Jewel
There are several reasons to visit Grande Cache and the surrounding natural areas, like camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and hiking. Whether here for a while or driving… Read more »
Gipsy Gordon: Alberta Establishes Massive New Provincial Park Near Saskatchewan Border
Alberta has officially established the Gipsy-Gordon Wildland Provincial Park in the province’s northeast, expanding protected forest land by over 150,000 acres. The new park, now totalling 186,739… Read more »
25 Provincial Parks to Visit in Alberta During Winter
Never mind heading south. Who needs a tropical vacation when you live in a winter paradise? Don’t miss your chance to explore some of Alberta’s parks this… Read more »
Winter Activities at Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Alberta
Escape to the south this winter in Alberta. Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park is in the southeast corner of Alberta and offers an interruption to the region’s flat… Read more »
Tranquil Escape to Pierre Grey’s Lakes Provincial Park: Discover the Hidden Treasures of Northwest Alberta
The northwestern Alberta foothills are slightly more remote than the southern hills. The foothills around Grande Cache offer much in the ways of things to do- all… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
An Overview of Crown Camping in Alberta
With so many ways to camp in Alberta, the simplest way could be the best. The simplest, least fussy way to camp in Alberta is on the… Read more »
A Beginner’s Guide to Camping in Alberta Parks
There are so many ways to camp in Alberta. Parks Canada operates five National Parks in Alberta with camping, and there are hundreds of municipally run campgrounds… Read more »