Trip Ideas - Edmonton

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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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15 Places to See the Brightest Fall Colours in Edmonton

It is well known around Edmonton that to get a good shot or view of fall colours, one must head towards North Saskatchewan River Valley. The mature… 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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Alberta Scenic Drive: Crowsnest Highway (Hwy 3) – Medicine Hat to Coleman

Take a road trip through Alberta’s most underrated scenic drive! Just one of many incredible scenic drives in the province of Alberta, this route gives travellers an… Read more »

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10 ‘Big Alberta’ Day Trip Ideas From Edmonton – Road Side Attractions

Make your next day trip big! A great way to see Alberta within a day trip from Edmonton is to hit up all the amazing roadside attractions…. 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… Read more »

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Alberta Train Tours to Experience Fall Colours & Halloween

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

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25 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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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump: Explore Majestic Cliffs of Alberta’s Heritage and Legacy of the Plains Buffalo People

The Plains Buffalo people have origins in Alberta which date back as far as 11,000 years. This is as far back as the evidence leads. And some… Read more »

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Apples, Pumpkins & Corn Mazes: Fun Family Farms For a Fall Day Trip From Edmonton

Nothing says fall like a visit to the farm! Lucky for those in the Edmonton area there are a variety of farms to visit with all sorts… Read more »

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Garner Lake Provincial Park: All Season Fun Near Edmonton

Garner Lake Provincial Park near Edmonton has an activity for every season. It is one of the closest parks to the east side of the city and… Read more »

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Tranquil Escape to Pierre Grey’s Lakes Provincial Park: Discover the Hidden Treasures of Northwest Alberta

The northwestern Alberta foothills are slightly more remote than the southern hills. The foothills around Grande Cache offer much in the ways of things to do- all… Read more »

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Beauvais Lake: Southwestern Alberta Provincial Park Offers Scenic Views, Lake Activities and Nature Fun

The Crown of the Continent encompasses space in Alberta, B.C., and Montana. It is where the three territories meet with sprawling foothills, crystal clear lakes, and giant… Read more »

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Red Rock Coulee: ‘Alien’ Landscape in Alberta Home to Large Spheroid Concretions

Some of Alberta’s landscapes seem…alien at times. The province has such drastic changes in scenery along its highways that these strange scenes often take you by surprise,… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – Aug 25 to 27

Where in Alberta will a last-minute getaway take you? It could take you to any corner of the province. Across Alberta, this coming weekend are many events… Read more »

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Things to Do on Your Visit to Taber, Alberta During Late Summer & Fall

Many of us are aware of the one single great reason to visit Taber, Alberta: for the best corn in Canada. The area produces amazing corn and… Read more »

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Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Museum: Dinosaur Nesting Site in Southern Alberta

The southern Alberta badlands have revealed hundreds of dinosaur bones and fossils. While Drumheller is often the first place to come to mind when you think of… Read more »

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Police Outpost Provincial Park: Alberta’s Southernmost Provincial Park Offers Majestic Mountain Views, and Nature Trails

Chief Mountain, in Montana, is a unique peak. It stands out as a tall, rectangular structure among the other jagged peaks. Chief Mountain makes for incredible scenery,… Read more »

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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Midland Provincial Park Features Badlands, Old Coal Mine and a World Famous Dinosaur Museum

As soon as you enter the badlands in central-east Alberta, you are greeted with many sights and places to stop and enjoy the views. One of the… Read more »

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15 Things to Do Around Abraham Lake During Summer & Fall

The David Thompson Highway section in Central Alberta which covers the length of Abraham Lake is a jaw-dropping turn to make. The bright blue waters of Abraham… 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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Explore Wyndham Carseland Provincial Park Near Calgary on a Day Trip or Comfort Camping Getaway

When the Bow River exits the city of Calgary, it travels through a unique part of Alberta’s landscape. The Bow River in the southeast part of the… Read more »