One Day Trips - Edmonton

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Iron Horse Trail: 25 Things to Do to Make Best of Your Road trip

Discover some of Alberta’s hidden gems along the province’s longest trail network: The Iron Horse Trail! The historic trail allows ATV, horseback, and hiking, and the trails… Read more »

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Visit RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre in Central Alberta For a Unique Experience

The RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre near Innisfail offers visitors a chance to see police dogs in training. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police serve, of course,… Read more »

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6 Things to Do in Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta

Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta protects eight islands in Lac La Biche. The majority of the provincial park is on Lac La Biche’s largest central… Read more »

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Discovery Wildlife: Stay Overnight or Explore This Wildlife Sanctuary in Central Alberta

Discovery Wildlife Park offers a secure haven for orphaned animals, allowing visitors to observe native wildlife and beyond. Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, a family-run establishment, is… 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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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 »

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Things to Do at Sundance Provincial Park: Lakes, Hoodoos & Wildland trails

Located northwest of Edson, Sundance Provincial Park protects approximately 9200 acres of Alberta’s Foothills Natural Region. This lower foothill park is divided into two main areas and is an incredibly diverse landscape in terms of geological features, vegetation, and wildlife. The lower end of the Park begins at Highway 16 in aspen uplands and stretches north through the Sundance Valley, the Sundance Canyon, and Marl Bog.

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Explore Hard Luck Canyon: A Hidden Gem in Woodlands County

The Hard Luck Canyon is a short drive south of Whitecourt as you follow the Lost Creek and West Mountain Road. The canyon was carved out of… Read more »

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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 »

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10 of the Best Things to Do in Whitecourt

Whitecourt’s surrounding natural areas are the perfect setting for a variety of nature adventures like hikes, mountain biking, wildlife viewing and sightseeing. But if you’re looking for more of a cultural experience, take a walk down 50th Ave. for a unique local dining experience. You can have a few different adventures when you visit Whitecourt, no matter the time of year!

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Fun Things to Do at Whitney Lakes Provincial Park

Protecting provincially significant esker and kettle from retreating glaciers ~10 000 years ago in the northern part of Central Alberta, Whitney Lakes Provincial Park located 20 minutes… Read more »

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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 »

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Must Visit Nature Attractions In And Around Edmonton

Where will you go this weekend? Is the hustle and bustle of life in the city getting to you? Whether you’re looking to escape the suburbs and… Read more »

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Sleep Among Dinosaurs: Things to Do at Alberta’s Jurassic Forest When it Reopens For 2026 Season

Located 3 km north of Gibbons, you’ll think you’ve travelled back in time rather than north of Edmonton. Perfect for a day trip or weekend with kids,… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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Explore the Night Sky at the Hesje Observatory Near Edmonton

Located southeast of Edmonton, the Miquelon Lake Provincial Park is a great day trip for all who want to escape the city. The park is known for… Read more »

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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 »

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Spring Break Day Trips From Edmonton

Looking to get away from Edmonton over spring break, but just for the day? There are plenty of day trips perfect for the whole family. Here are… Read more »

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25 Giant Attractions For Your Road Trip Across Northern Alberta

The number of large, enormous, and even humungous roadside attractions in Alberta can seem endless. You are bound to run into a neat and unique ‘big item’… Read more »

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Outdoor Adventures at Sulphur Gates Provincial Recreational Area

Sulphur Gates Provincial Recreational Area, a beautiful gem of the Grande Cache area is tucked away off Highway 40 just south of town. The recreational area covering an area of more than 1000 hectares is free to visit and can provide an entire day’s worth of fun and outdoor activity.

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10 Things to Do on Your Trip to St. Paul, Alberta

If you know of the town of St. Paul but have never been here, then it may be due in part to their famous UFO Landing Pad…. Read more »