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Things to Do During Fall Around Grande Prairie

The entire Grande Prairie County is an excellent place for a fall drive: you are between foothills and boreal forest, displaying a rich array of colours this… Read more »

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Things to Do in Alberta This Fall – Events, Festivals and Fun Activities

The leaves are changing colours, the weather is turning crisp, and the harvest is in. Alberta is beautiful in the fall, whether you’re indoors or out. Enjoy… Read more »

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25 Bucket List Fall Activities & Adventures in Alberta

Alberta’s fall colours are beautiful no matter where you go, and we can enjoy them in a number of ways like the obvious hiking, but also by… Read more »

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25 Fall Day Trips in and Around Calgary

The autumn months in the province’s southern region can provide beautiful days, with cooler weather, to enjoy outdoor activities and sites. The gorgeous fall colours come to… Read more »

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Fall Adventures: Ride Lake Louise Gondola For Golden Larch Hikes and Grizzly Bear Sightings

Hop on the Lake Louise Gondola for an experience like no other. Have an autumn adventure complete with a ride on the ski lift and hikes amid the famous golden larches. Take in stunning views of the alpines with their mighty peaks, glistening glaciers, pretty wildflowers and springs.

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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 »

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Hollywood and History: Explore Alberta’s Picturesque Town of Fort Macleod

Many of Alberta’s historic forts, remnants of the 1800s fur trade, are open to the public today as museums. Calgary and Edmonton have their historic river forts… Read more »

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Saamis Tepee: Visit World’s Largest Teepee For a Glimpse into Southern Alberta’s Indigenous Past

In 1988, the city of Calgary commissioned the construction of a 65m-tall tepee for the Winter Olympics. The tepee, made of steel, still stands tall today. But… Read more »

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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 »

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Lundbreck Falls: Getaway to Alberta’s Little Niagara Falls

Lundbreck Falls is a drop on the Crowsnest River as it flows to the Oldman River and Dam. The relatively short Crowsnest River begins at Crowsnest Lake beside the British Columbia/Alberta border and flows through the foothills until reaching the dam.

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Visit Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park on a Fall Colour Day Trip From Calgary

Visit one of Alberta’s newest Provincial Park this autumn season. Fall might be the best time to come to this riverside park, as it is in the… Read more »

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15 Fall Hikes to See Golden Larches in and Around Calgary

From mid-September to early October every year, you can find the green of these particular larches turning a beautiful golden yellow, giving them their name. These deciduous conifers can be found in the alpine areas of the province and are well worth the effort to get to see them.

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10 Alberta Waterfalls to Visit During Fall Season

It is fall in Alberta, which means some of our natural and gorgeous scenery is about to transition into warm and cozy hues of gold, red, purple, or orange. This season can be one of the best to view our Alberta waterfalls as the blue or glacial waters create a stunning contrast to the changing leaves.

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Alberta Scenic Drive: Crowsnest Highway (Hwy 3) – Medicine Hat to Coleman

Take a road trip through Alberta’s most underrated scenic drive! Just one of many incredible scenic drives in the province of Alberta, this route gives travellers an… Read more »

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Fall Fests, Corn Mazes & Pumpkins: Fun Farms to Visit During Fall in and Around Calgary

In and around Calgary, you can find all sorts of fun farm experiences to escape the city and enjoy the quaintness of farm life. These fun farms… Read more »

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Alberta Train Tours to Experience Fall Colours & Halloween

Experience life on the rails this fall! Alberta’s railway companies all have something special planned for September and October, all of which focus on the best parts… Read more »

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50 Things to Do in Alberta This September

September in Alberta is a magical time: the sky opens up, the harvest season kicks off, and the world bursts into the golden yellows and reds of… Read more »

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17 New Calgary Restaurants to Eat Out This Fall

Ah, yes. The age old question of “where should we eat tonight?” That question’s answer becomes simple this fall in Calgary. Over the past summer, several new… Read more »

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10 Oktoberfest Celebrations in Alberta

It is about time for lederhosen, bier, and bratwurst! Oktoberfest events in Alberta are coming up quickly, with some starting the celebrations as early as September 8…. Read more »

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25 Places to Go Hiking During Fall in Alberta

Lace up your hiking boots and experience Alberta’s autumn season in full force throughout the province!

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Day Trip From Calgary: Blackshale Suspension Bridge in Kananaskis Country

Blackshale Creek Suspension Bridge in Kananaskis Country makes for an easy day trip from Calgary to the Canadian Rockies. You’ll find the Blackshale Suspension Bridge in the southern… Read more »

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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump: Explore Majestic Cliffs of Alberta’s Heritage and Legacy of the Plains Buffalo People

The Plains Buffalo people have origins in Alberta which date back as far as 11,000 years. This is as far back as the evidence leads. And some… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »