Central Alberta 
Siffleur Falls Hike: Cross a Suspension Bridge to Reach a Gorge and Stunning Falls
If you want to tick off two summer activities on your Alberta bucket list, then take a hike along the Siffleur River crossing a suspension bridge to reach… Read more »
Victoria Day/May Long Weekend Trip Ideas in Alberta
If you haven’t made plans for your long weekend, there is still time. If you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options for… Read more »
Frank Slide in Alberta: Visit the Site of Canada’s Deadliest Rockslide
There is no greater monument to Alberta’s coal industry and history than the site of the Frank Slide. The giant boulders which cover the sides of Highway… Read more »
Ideas for a Vibrant Day Trip to the University of Alberta Botanic Garden – 2026 Season
The University of Alberta Botanic Garden opens for the 2026 season just in time for Mother’s Day. With over 39,000 annual flowering plants ready for display, the… Read more »
Explore Dillberry Lake Provincial Park: A Peaceful Prairie Escape on the Alberta–Saskatchewan Border
A trip to Dillberry Lake in general could bring you to Alberta or Saskatchewan. The Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, however, is on the Alberta side of the… Read more »
16 Incredible Geodesic Domes to Go Glamping in Alberta
Find geodome camping all around Alberta, including several in central Alberta or around the Edmonton region. If there are any parts of camping that normally make the… Read more »
Alberta Prairie Railway Returns For 2026 Season – Journey Across Central Alberta on a Timeless Rail Adventure
The popular train tours by Alberta Prairie Railway return on Mother’s Day weekend with a full slate of exciting themed and dinner train rides. Alberta Prairie… Read more »
Battle River Train Excursions 2026: Ride East-Central Alberta Rails on Themed Tours
Embark on an enchanting journey through Alberta’s Battle River valley on Battle River Train Excursions. The tours treat passengers to the picturesque views of the Alberta countryside… Read more »
Frank Lake: See Hundreds of Swans During Spring Near Calgary
Plan a birding day trip to the south of Calgary during Spring. You may be yet to hear of Frank Lake in Alberta, as it is not… Read more »
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
15 Spring Day Trips From Edmonton
While spring vacations may not take us far, there’s still plenty to discover close to home. Even without exotic travel plans, exploring our own backyard can be… Read more »
Cross Lake Provincial Park: Ways to Explore This Nature’s Escape in North-Central Alberta
Don’t let this park’s name confuse you; Cross Lake Provincial Park is located on north-central Alberta’s Steele Lake. While it may be a small lake, this Athabasca-region… Read more »
Canadian Rockies Hot Springs Road Trip From Calgary
As the old adage goes, it is not about the destination but rather the journey. This rule should apply to every road trip, especially between Alberta and… Read more »
Wineries and Meaderies to Visit in Alberta
Did you know that Alberta is home to at least 10 wineries and meaderies? Nestled in some of our province’s most scenic regions are fruit groves, honey… Read more »
8 Places Named After Women to Visit in Alberta
Many of us have visited places like Lake Louise, Mount Edith Cavell, or Alberta’s parks. And some of us have visited these places over and over again…. Read more »
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 »
Spring Break Getaway Ideas in Alberta
Whether your break is from school or work, there are plenty of ways to spend a memorable vacation with friends and family in Alberta during spring break…. Read more »
A Quick Guide to Camping in Alberta’s National Parks
There are five National Parks in Alberta. A visit to the northernmost National Park, Wood Buffalo, requires a detour through the Northwest Territories with the campground located… 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 »
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 »
5 Winter Activities at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta
Alberta’s northeastern Lakeland area has a small Provincial Park with a lot to offer. Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, on Lac La Biche, is a small island… Read more »
5 Ways to Explore Gorgeous Ice Bubbles of Abraham Lake in Alberta
Among Alberta’s Rockies are gorgeous lakes, rivers, and forests, with numerous ways to explore the scenery. Along Highway 93 (whether heading west or east), your breath can… 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 »