One Day Trips - Central Alberta

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Alberta’s Best Views: Places to Find Parks Canada’s Red Chairs

Some of Alberta’s most iconic views are also the most relaxing! You might have already noticed a few pairs of Adirondack Chairs around National Parks in Alberta,… Read more »

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Places to Go for Guided Whitewater Rafting in Alberta

The province of Alberta is full of opportunities to hop onto a body of water or a river, so the fact that there is an amazing number… Read more »

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Scenic Road Trip Alberta: Calgary to Edmonton Via The Badlands

How many ways can you reach Edmonton from Calgary? While you ponder whether all roads north from Calgary lead to Alberta’s capital, we are here to suggest… Read more »

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North Saskatchewan River Tubing from Devon Opens for 2025 Season on June 14th

Are you looking to go river tubing on the North Saskatchewan River? If so, River Lifestyle Co., which rents tubes and transportation for those who want to… Read more »

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15+ Ways to Have a Blast This Summer in Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake comes alive over the summer. You can flock to the beach and shores of Sylvan Lake for a day or weekend of adventure and thrills,… Read more »

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Explore Alberta’s Native Trees and Plants at Trochu Arboretum and Gardens

What is an arboretum? Well, besides all the natural beauty you can imagine, an arboretum is a special type of botanical garden which is dedicated to the… Read more »

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Places For Antique Shopping Road Trips Across Alberta

fYou’ll find many reasons to plan a road trip around Alberta cities and small towns. Shopping, especially before the holidays, can be one of these reasons. Whether… Read more »

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10 of the Best Winter Activities and Adventures Around Crowsnest Pass in Alberta

Visitors to the Crowsnest Pass region of southern Alberta have options for year-round adventure. The landscape of foothills and mountains means room for sports like hiking, mountain… Read more »

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BASIN Glacial Waters: An All-Sensory Thermal Bathing Experience Coming to Lake Louise

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has announced the upcoming opening of BASIN Glacial Waters, a luxury thermal bathing facility located on the shores of Lake Louise. Designed to… Read more »

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Winter Adventures: Places Offering Dogsledding Tours in Alberta

You can get to know Alberta’s winter scenery a few ways: atop ski hills, on the cross-country ski trails, or from the back of a snowmobile. But… Read more »

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Small Towns in Alberta to Visit This Fall

Alberta’s cities sure do look good in the fall. But so do all the smaller towns around the province! Get out for a day or weekend this… Read more »

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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.

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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 »

A Day at the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum: Picnics, Photos, and Quirky Fun in Torrington

A Day at the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum: Picnics, Photos, and Quirky Fun in Torrington

The history of Alberta’s most unique museum starts with, of course, gophers! The World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington (east-central Alberta) has those little critters to… Read more »

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Sunflower Valley Farms: Alberta’s Massive Sunflower Field Returns For 2024 Season

Did you know that there is a massive sunflower farm in Central Alberta that welcomes visitors to its 60-acre flower field? Sunflower Valley Farms, located near Lacombe, is… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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15 Alberta Lakes to Visit For Winter Adventures

Alberta’s lakes aren’t only meant for summer visits. When the cold hits and waters freeze around the province, a whole new category of recreation opens in Alberta…. Read more »

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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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Balloon Rides, Plane and Helicopter Tours in Alberta

There is a lot to see in Alberta: forests, lakes, rivers, mountains, desert, badlands, sand dunes, and all the cityscapes. So why not see as much as… Read more »

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Suspension Bridges to Cross in Alberta

In Alberta, you can find four stunning suspension bridges which lead to equally beautiful views. AND, if you looking for scenic bridges, you can find a few… Read more »

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Columbia Icefield Adventure: Athabasca Glacier Ice Explorer Tour & Glass Walkway Over Sunwapta Valley – 2023 Season

Columbia Icefield Adventure and Skywalk in Jasper National Park opens for the 2023 season on May 6th. If you want to step back in time and experience… Read more »

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8 Reasons to Visit Pincher Creek This Summer

Take your travels to southwestern Alberta this summer! The town of Pincher Creek is in the perfect spot for offering local summer events, beautiful outdoor recreation spaces,… Read more »