Trip Ideas - Central Alberta

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Miquelon Lake: Reasons to Visit This Year Round Tranquil Provincial Park Near Edmonton

One of the busiest parks near Edmonton is also one of the quietest. How, you ask? Miquelon Lake Provincial Park is busy, but not with humans. Miquelon… Read more »

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Nine Waterfalls to Explore in Southwest Alberta

Southwestern Alberta is filled with hundreds of natural hidden gems. Some of the natural areas are best enjoyed according to the season, though, like skiing in the… Read more »

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Visit Banff to See Golden Larches This Thanksgiving Weekend

Visit Banff this Thanksgiving weekend to see golden larches. There are a few ways to get a glimpse of Banff’s golden larches during fall. You can take… Read more »

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Trip to Rowley: Visit This Ghost Town During Halloween in Alberta

Ever notice the Rowley wood sign on your way into Drumheller? A little way north of Drumheller, you’ll notice this sign on the west side of Highway… Read more »

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Fun Ideas For a Fall Getaway in Southwestern Alberta

The fall season in Alberta is arguably one of the most scenic seasons. The lush forests are transformed, and there is extra motivation to enjoy the sunny… Read more »

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10 Fun Fall Activities Around Smoky Lake

Whether you have time for a day trip or a weekend-er, these fun fall activities in and around Smoky Lake will add memorable experiences to any getaway…. Read more »

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10 Fantastic Fall Activities Around Hinton

The town of Hinton is located right in the centre of beautiful fall foothill scenery. That, and many other reasons, make the area a perfect fall destination for road trips and day trips.

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Fun Things to Do Around Medicine Hat During Fall

Summer might be ending, but fall in Medicine Hat gives us plenty to look forward to as the leaves change and the weather cools. On a day… Read more »

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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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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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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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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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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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25 Things to Do This Fall in East Central Alberta

Fall is a perfect time to take your road trip or a day trip to East Central Alberta. Leave the city behind for a day of fall… Read more »

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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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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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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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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 »

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Beauvais Lake: Southwestern Alberta Provincial Park Offers Scenic Views, Lake Activities and Nature Fun

The Crown of the Continent encompasses space in Alberta, B.C., and Montana. It is where the three territories meet with sprawling foothills, crystal clear lakes, and giant… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »