Things to Do Around Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area Where Foothills Meet the Rockies
One of the most spectacular parts of visiting Fish Lake is the abundance of scenery in every direction, and how that scenery changes. Depending on where you explore and travel around Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area, there may be views of rolling green hills, towering mountains, shallow creeks, rushing rivers and waterfalls. Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area is right on the cusp of the Alberta Rockies, which also places it on the edge of the foothills.
5 Reasons to Visit Innisfail This Summer
There are many stops one could make along Highway 2 where it connects Calgary and Edmonton. And each stop is filled with its own hidden gems of… Read more »
50+ Bucket List Ideas For Summer Adventures and Unique Activities in Alberta
Alberta is very much a province of contrasts. With the wild open fields of the prairies, visitors and residents will find endless opportunities to watch incredible sunrises and sunsets and discover the history of farming in the area, not to mention the activities that can go along with this beautiful landscape. Whether you are looking for relaxing activities or adrenaline-pumping adventures, here is a list of 50+ ideas for an Alberta staycation.
25 Day Trips From Calgary to the Canadian Rockies
Are you looking for an escape from the city just for a day? Check out these 25 Day Trips to the Canadian Rockies, all approximately 2 hours… Read more »
10 Beach Day Trips From Edmonton to Beat the Heat This Summer
Do you need to get away but are short on time? Consider these 10 day trip ideas from Edmonton to nearby beaches, all aimed at keeping you… Read more »
10 Beach Day Trips From Calgary to Help You Cool Off This Summer
Summer in southern Alberta: when we get the heat we’ve been waiting for all year. You can find several beaches close to Calgary if you need to… Read more »
FREE Family Activities for Every Day This Summer in Edmonton
Searching for free events, festivals or free places to visit and things to do this summer in Edmonton? Here is a list of FREE family activities for… Read more »
Calgary’s Public Beach at Sikome Lake Is Now Open For 2025 Summer Season
You can now have a beach day at Calgary’s man-made lake. Sikome Lake, located within the Fish Creek Provincial Park, opened on June 26 for the 2025… Read more »
Summer Fun Guide 2025: 100+ Things to Do This Summer in Calgary
100 ways to be part of the Energy during sunny days in Calgary: Summer activities, events, festivals and adventures in and around Calgary!
Central Alberta Lakes With Boat, Kayak, Canoe, SUP Rentals
You can find a few different watersport rental companies on the shores of central Alberta’s lakes – no matter your definition of watersports. You can rent crafts… Read more »
Ways to Enjoy Lazy River Floating Around Calgary This Summer
Take your pick from several ways to enjoy a lazy float in and around Calgary, from raft and tube rentals, shuttle service, or lake floating, there are… Read more »
Places Offering Boats & Watersport Rentals at Northern Alberta Lakes and Rivers
Take on some extra adventure this summer with these watersport rental outfitters in Northern Alberta. You’ll find pontoon boats, jet boats, and smaller boats like canoes or… Read more »
Lake Louise Gondola: Explore Stunning Vistas of Lake Louise From Up Above This Summer
Lake Louise Summer Sightseeing Gondola offers breathtaking alpine views, grizzly bear sightings, and an escape from the bustling tourist crowds in Banff National Park. The ski season… Read more »
Essential Guide to Summer Day Trips From Edmonton: 100+ Day Trip Ideas
These summer day trip ideas from Edmonton can fill up your entire summer, and you can save on accommodations by making it back home in a day.
25 of the Best Highway Scenic Viewpoints in Alberta
There are many ways to go about finding Alberta’s best viewpoints, lookouts, and scenery, but sometimes, all you need to do to find them is pull over… Read more »
10 Things to Do to Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Edmonton – 2025
There are a few ways you can celebrate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Edmonton. The festivities and celebrations include live performances from singers and dancers, artistic displays… Read more »
14 Places to Go For a Wildflower Walk in Alberta
It is a beautiful time of year in Alberta. Along with the lush greens of the river valleys and forests, the bright blue glacial waters, and the… Read more »
Bar OA: This Edmonton Area Farm Offers Moon Lit Dinners, U-Pick Flowers and Garden Parties
The upcoming events from Fort Saskatchewan’s Bar OA Farms take farm-to-table dining to another level. This summer, the local flower farm offers several ways to indulge in… Read more »
Calgary Summer Patio Guide: 10 Ways to Enjoy Outdoor Dining on Patios
‘Tis the season for outdoor dining in Calgary. While many Calgary patios are year-round or three-season, the summer months make opening a patio easier. And Calgary has… Read more »
Alberta’s Best Views: Places to Find Parks Canada’s Red Chairs
Some of Alberta’s most iconic views are also the most relaxing! You might have already noticed a few pairs of Adirondack Chairs around National Parks in Alberta,… Read more »
25 of the Best Things to Do in Southwest Alberta
Have you heard of an enticing area called the Crown of the Continent? Southwest Alberta falls within this incredible zone, offering up some of the best outdoor… Read more »
Visit Sangudo Sundial: A Unique Alberta Roadside Attraction That Stands Tall Representing the Times Gone By
The long stretch of Highway 43 can take you from the western edge of Edmonton (or Spruce Grove and Stony Plain areas) all the way to Grande… Read more »
Places to Go for Guided Whitewater Rafting in Alberta
The province of Alberta is full of opportunities to hop onto a body of water or a river, so the fact that there is an amazing number… Read more »
Scenic Road Trip Alberta: Calgary to Edmonton Via The Badlands
How many ways can you reach Edmonton from Calgary? While you ponder whether all roads north from Calgary lead to Alberta’s capital, we are here to suggest… Read more »