One Day Trips - Edmonton

Farms Near Edmonton to Visit During Alberta Open Farm Days

Farms Near Edmonton to Visit During Alberta Open Farm Days

Each year, Alberta’s local farms open their doors and properties to the public for one weekend. And this weekend, resident farmers plan extra fun for families, educational… Read more »

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Ziplining Day Trip From Edmonton: Alternative Adventures Near Jasper National Park

Looking for an exciting activity on your drive from Edmonton to Jasper National Park? Then, plan a stop at Alternative Adventures near Hinton. The zipline experiences with… Read more »

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U-Pick Berry and Vegetable Farms In and Around Edmonton

There are several farms that surround the Edmonton area and who provide the chance to pick your own fruits and vegetables! The u-pick farms and orchards in… Read more »

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Balloon Rides, Plane and Helicopter Tours in Alberta

There is a lot to see in Alberta: forests, lakes, rivers, mountains, desert, badlands, sand dunes, and all the cityscapes. So why not see as much as… Read more »

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Suspension Bridges to Cross in Alberta

In Alberta, you can find four stunning suspension bridges which lead to equally beautiful views. AND, if you looking for scenic bridges, you can find a few… Read more »

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Ideas For a June Day Trip from Edmonton

The warmer weather may prompt the want to get out of Edmonton. Luckily, there are many stops near the city, perfect for a June day trip. Day… Read more »

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Columbia Icefield Adventure: Athabasca Glacier Ice Explorer Tour & Glass Walkway Over Sunwapta Valley – 2023 Season

Columbia Icefield Adventure and Skywalk in Jasper National Park opens for the 2023 season on May 6th. If you want to step back in time and experience… Read more »

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8 Reasons to Visit Pincher Creek This Summer

Take your travels to southwestern Alberta this summer! The town of Pincher Creek is in the perfect spot for offering local summer events, beautiful outdoor recreation spaces,… Read more »

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Embrace the Cold With These Indigenous Winter Tours and Activities in Canada

For Indigenous peoples, winter has been a highly anticipated and valued season. Following the gathering of food and the creation of long-lasting clothing and tools in the… Read more »

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10 Free Date Ideas in Edmonton For Valentine’s Day

Creating a memorable Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to involve breaking the bank. In fact, you can enjoy several free things to do this Edmonton on Valentine’s Day…. Read more »

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5 Winter Activities at Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park

Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park takes up a small portion of the lake’s expansive shores. The park is on the northeast edge of Lesser Slave Lake, with… Read more »

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14 Spectacular Natural Skating Areas in Alberta

They say a cold snap is coming to Alberta. And rather than dread the cold weather, let’s embrace it! Grab your skates, because we found the best… Read more »

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Where to Go For Guided Ice Fishing Trips in Alberta

Ice fishing is one of the best ways to relax over winter in Alberta. The outdoor activity brings you to some of the most beautiful parts of… Read more »

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Night Glow Tubing: Slide Down Colourful Slopes of Red Deer’s Canyon Ski Resort This Winter

Go glow tubing this winter break in Red Deer! Red Deer’s Canyon Ski Resort which opened Alberta’s first Canyon Coaster on its slopes last summer, has made… Read more »

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10 Day Trip Ideas From Edmonton in December

Embark on a festive outing this December. There are many ways to get outside or simply out of the house with a holiday day trip from Edmonton…. Read more »

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Road Trip to Jasper: Detour Through Alberta’s Historic Coal Towns

If you’re heading west on a road trip to Jasper, or live in central Alberta, and would love a unique day trip, all you need to do is head south of Highway 16. When heading west from Edmonton, you can hook a left/south turn on Highway 47, a short way after Edson. The road, which eventually turns into Highway 40, and which meets with the TransCanada again at Hinton, is a detour through Alberta’s Historic Coal Branch.

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Chickakoo Lake Regional Recreation Area: 5 Things to Do on a Day Trip From Edmonton

Alberta’s Parkland County certainly lives up to its name. The area west of Edmonton gives you several options for hiking, picnics, photography, birdwatching, other wildlife viewing, bike… Read more »

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9 Reasons Why You Should Visit William A. Switzer Provincial Park

The foothills between Hinton and Jasper National Park can easily be explored and enjoyed with a weekend getaway to William A. Switzer Provincial Park.   The Park,… Read more »

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12 Boardwalk Trails in Alberta For a Nature Stroll

In addition to being more accessible, the boardwalk trails around Alberta give us unique opportunities for enjoying nature without disrupting plants, animals, or their natural habitats. Many… Read more »

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25 of the Best Alberta Provincial Parks For Birdwatching

One of Alberta’s most underrated fall activities includes one of the province’s most populace groups: the birds! Birding, or bird watching, in Alberta, is an especially fun… Read more »

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5 Places to Go Ziplining in Alberta

Transform your next camping trip, road trip, or day trip into something more thrilling this summer. Whether you seek smaller thrills or big adventures, you can find… Read more »

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15 Provincial Park Day Trips From Edmonton

No matter what kind of fun you’re after on a day trip from Edmonton, the surrounding Provincial Parks have you covered for all types of summer fun…. Read more »

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Mural Towns of Alberta: Places to See Intricate Wall Art

Alberta has an impressive amount of public art on display across its cities, national parks, and small towns. But none of these art collections are quite as… Read more »

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8 Ways to Experience the Best of Elk Island National Park in Summer

You can experience the natural beauty of Elk Island National Park all year long, and it is always a safe bet for a nice nature walk. The… Read more »