From Lakes to Rivers: Alberta’s Best Scenic Boat Tours
What better way to experience the aquamarine waters of Alberta than on a boat cruise that takes one on a trip along the majestic views of the Canadian Rockies?
Thrilling Summer Adventure Day Trips From Calgary
Adventure is easy to find in a city like Calgary. It is even easier to find when you venture out of the city for the day. A… Read more »
Explore Dunvegan Provincial Park: Where Fur Trade History, Peace River Adventures, and Riverside Camping Come Together
Dunvegan Provincial Park offers a perfect mix of history, nature, and riverfront adventure in Alberta’s Peace River Valley. Visitors can camp beside the river, explore restored fur trade and mission-era buildings at Historic Dunvegan, paddle or boat along the mighty Peace River, and hike scenic trails with sweeping views.
14 Attractions & Hikes to Explore Along Bow Valley Parkway Scenic Drive
Travelling Highway 1 guarantees some magnificent views through the Rocky Mountains. But it gets even better after the town of Banff when you can take Highway 1A… Read more »
25 Day Trip Waterfall Hikes from Calgary
Even though much of the area around Calgary is rolling hills and grassy farmland, there are still many awe-inspiring waterfalls you can explore because of Calgary’s proximity… Read more »
Fun Water-Based Activities and Adventures For This Summer in and Around Calgary
Water adventures around Calgary are easy to find. Thanks to the Bow and Elbow Rivers, city lakes and parks, and numerous tour companies, boating, and fishing trips… Read more »
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 »
A Day in Diamond Valley: What to See & Do on a Day Trip From Calgary
Diamond Valley is unique in that it is one of Alberta’s newest municipalities. Turner Valley and Black Diamond amalgamated to create one larger town in 2023. Both… Read more »
6 Things to Do in Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta
Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta protects eight islands in Lac La Biche. The majority of the provincial park is on Lac La Biche’s largest central… Read more »
50+ Summer Festivals and Events For a Fun Filled Season Around Calgary – 2026
Alberta’s most populous city hosts some of the country’s biggest festivals, including the world-famous Calgary Stampede. From the international fireworks festival, which brings world-class pyro musical artists… Read more »
Discovery Wildlife: Stay Overnight or Explore This Wildlife Sanctuary in Central Alberta
Discovery Wildlife Park offers a secure haven for orphaned animals, allowing visitors to observe native wildlife and beyond. Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, a family-run establishment, is… Read more »
40+ Summer Festivals in Edmonton and Alberta Capital Region – 2026
Whether you are looking for extravagant carnivals or music festivals headlined by chart-topping artists, Alberta’s capital city and surrounding regions promise a world of fun. Many festivals… Read more »
Siffleur Falls Hike: Cross a Suspension Bridge to Reach a Gorge and Stunning Falls
If you want to tick off two summer activities on your Alberta bucket list, then take a hike along the Siffleur River crossing a suspension bridge to reach… Read more »
Explore Waterton Lakes National Park on a Scenic Cruise This Summer
Waterton Lakes National Park offers many ways to explore, including hiking, biking, paddling, and more. But no adventure will have you seeing more of the lakes themselves… Read more »
25 of the Best Hikes in and Around Edmonton
Edmonton and the area offer plenty of natural beauty just waiting to be explored. No matter whether you’re out on the trails every weekend or if you’re… Read more »
Top Things to Do at Fort Edmonton Park This Summer – 2026
Have you ever wondered about Edmonton’s earliest days? There was a time when the banks of the North Saskatchewan River were large expanses of parklands and hills…. Read more »
Victoria Day/May Long Weekend Trip Ideas in Alberta
If you haven’t made plans for your long weekend, there is still time. If you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options for… Read more »
Wolfdog Wonders: A Day Trip to Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Near Calgary
Have you ever dreamed of running wild with the wolves? This Alberta organization can get you pretty darned close! The Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is an essential piece… Read more »
Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation: Get Close to Raptors and Eagles in Southern Alberta
The Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation is a unique conservation effort, with a centre in southern Alberta. They are the first of their kind in the province,… Read more »
15 Places to Go Birding in and Around Calgary
Check out these 15 amazing places to start learning how to spot local birds and other wildlife. Grab your binoculars, and be sure you know the rules and regulations before you set out.
Frank Slide in Alberta: Visit the Site of Canada’s Deadliest Rockslide
There is no greater monument to Alberta’s coal industry and history than the site of the Frank Slide. The giant boulders which cover the sides of Highway… Read more »
Things to Do at Sundance Provincial Park: Lakes, Hoodoos & Wildland trails
Located northwest of Edson, Sundance Provincial Park protects approximately 9200 acres of Alberta’s Foothills Natural Region. This lower foothill park is divided into two main areas and is an incredibly diverse landscape in terms of geological features, vegetation, and wildlife. The lower end of the Park begins at Highway 16 in aspen uplands and stretches north through the Sundance Valley, the Sundance Canyon, and Marl Bog.
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 »