One Day Trips - Edmonton

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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 »

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Places to Go For Ice Walk Tours in Alberta’s Rockies

First, what IS an Icewalk (or ‘ice walk’)? Alberta’s Rocky Mountains are home to beautiful winter landscapes, and most can only be safely accessed with an experienced… Read more »

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10 Provincial Parks and Natural Areas For a Winter Day Trip From Edmonton

Edmonton as a city has a wonderful amount of winter recreation to keep us moving all season, but these places are often loud, busy, or both. Take… Read more »

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10 Alberta Small Towns to Revisit This Winter

What do we mean by revisiting, exactly? We want you to get out to Alberta’s towns which you know of and truly get to know them. You… Read more »

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15 Winter Day Trips From Edmonton

Make the most of winter in Alberta and take a day trip outside of Edmonton. You can easily make a quick escape to several spots around central… Read more »

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Alberta’s Pigeon Lake Has an 8 km Long Picturesque Skateway For Hours of Winter Fun

The Pigeon Lake area, including the village, the ice, and the Provincial Park, offer visitors a ton in terms of winter recreation. Pigeon Lake has something quite… Read more »

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10 Places For Incredible Winter Photos in Alberta

The entire winter season in Alberta offers up some special, unique, or magical photo backdrops. Whether you need a set of professional photos done up this winter… Read more »

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10 Reasons to Visit Elk Island National Park During Winter

Elk Island National Park is ready to welcome you with lots of different ways to spend the day and create lasting memories.

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Things to Do in Edmonton in Winter – Activities, Festivals

Winter Attractions, Activities & Festivals in Edmonton Wondering what is there to do this winter in Edmonton? In one word – P L E N T Y, whether… Read more »

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Alberta’s Mountain Park Cemetery: Visit Canada’s Most Elevated Cemetery on a Scenic Road Trip From Edmonton

It is an eerie sight: standing over 6200 feet above sea level and the mountain valleys, among the graves of a cemetery that date back over 100… Read more »

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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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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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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 Benches to Take a Break and Enjoy Scenic Views in Edmonton

All along Edmonton’s massive urban parklands, you’ll find some amazing views. Stop and enjoy these views, take a break, or come simply to sit! These views are… 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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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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Fall Season Adventures and Activities in Cochrane – Scenic Trails and Mountain Views

This gateway and basecamp for Rocky Mountain adventures has a great deal of fall fun to offer. Stop in Cochrane in Alberta for a getaway to experience… Read more »

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Fall Colour Walk: Edmonton’s MacTaggart/Larch Sanctuary in Whitemud Ravine

We are lucky in Edmonton, and many other Canadian cities, as we have many nearby places for a natural escape. In Edmonton, you can ‘escape’ to the… 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 Edmonton

September and October can provide ample opportunities for good weather and clear skies. That means that you can still enjoy activities outdoors, especially to see the spectacular fall colors that seep into the forests and parks around Edmonton.

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Alberta Train Tours For Spectacular Fall Colours & Spooky Adventures

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

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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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25 of the Best Parks in Alberta to See Fantastic Fall Colours

Alberta’s natural beauty comes alive in the fall. The blue and green lakes are now surrounded by contrasting trees, the mountains are gold with larches, and the… Read more »