The Athabasca Lookout Trail leads to one of the most picturesque viewpoints in William A. Switzer Provincial Park near Hinton. From the Athabasca Lookout Viewpoint, and at several spots along the forested ridge trail, you’ll get to enjoy panoramic views of the Joachim Valley and front ranges of the Rocky Mountains. The Athabasca Lookout hike...
Edmonton has a lot of great places for outdoor recreation, but if you’re looking for a change of scenery, hop in the car and head out on one of these fun day trips from Edmonton. Best Day Trips From Edmonton for Outdoor Activities Whether you’re looking for recreation close to the city limits or within...
Mayatan Lake, in Parkland County, is a wonderful kayaking spot west of Edmonton. This sheltered lake has two basins connected by an easy to paddle narrows and features a forested shoreline, clear water, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Kayaking Mayatan Lake The public launch area at Mayatan Lake is in Mayatan Lake Estates, at the end...
Kayaking Jarvis Lake is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience the peaceful beauty of William A. Switzer Provincial Park near Hinton. Jarvis Lake is one of five lakes in the park but is a top choice for kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding thanks to its scenic shoreline and wildlife viewing opportunities. The lake is...
Pigeon Lake is most often thought of as a summer destination, but the area has plenty of winter activities to offer people looking for a fun winter getaway in central Alberta. Things to Do at Pigeon Lake in Winter From popular winter sports like cross country skiing and ice hockey, to more relaxed activities like...
Big Knife Provincial Park is a quiet recreation area located alongside a section of the Battle River, in the northern part of the Canadian Badlands. The park has a campground, day use area, playground, and a boat launch offering access to the river. There are also some hiking trails that showcase the park’s diverse scenery,...
Wabamun Lake Provincial Park is a popular campground, day use, and recreation area near the town of Wabamun, west of Edmonton. The lakeside day use area provides easy access to water sports and hiking trails, while the large campground offers forested campsites. Things to Do at Wabamun Lake Provincial Park Wabamun Lake Provincial Park has...
The Nordegg and Abraham Lake area is one of the best hiking destinations in Alberta. Not only is the area easily accessible from central Alberta, but the Nordegg hikes also showcase some of the province’s finest scenery. When you go hiking near Nordegg, you’ll discover opportunities to summit mountains, get close to waterfalls, look down...
Coliseum Mountain Trail is one of the top Nordegg hikes thanks to its close proximity to town and the moderate effort required to reach the summit “cap”. It’s also one of the closest mountain hikes to Edmonton. After climbing through the forest on a series of well-graded switchbacks, the trail traverses a scenic curving ridge...
Stettler, in east-central Alberta, has long been known for its Wild West themed train excursions, but the town also makes a great base for exploring nature. With a surprisingly diverse landscape, visitors can enjoy badlands, coulees, forests, lakes, rivers, and an undulating knob and kettle terrain, all without travelling far from Stettler. Within these scenic...
The Crescent Falls hike is an active way to discover one of Alberta’s most beautiful waterfalls. While you can drive to the observation deck at the brink of the waterfall, the easy hike along the top of Bighorn Canyon offers a stunning panoramic view of Crescent Falls. From the trail you get a wide view...
Crimson Lake Provincial Park is a recreation area near Rocky Mountain House offering year-round camping, hiking and biking trails, a beach, pier, and boat launch. The park is split into two nearby sections- the Crimson Lake area and the Twin Lakes area. Both parts of the park have their own campground, day use area, group...
Nature lovers and casual hikers will enjoy exploring Amerada Trail, an easy hike near Rocky Mountain House. Located in Crimson Lake Provincial Park, Amerada Trail (also known as Crimson Lake Loop) passes through forests and wetlands as it circles the perimeter of Crimson Lake. There are plenty of opportunities for bird sightings and viewpoints along...
