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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 »
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 »
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!
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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.
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »