Top 10 Things to Do in the Flagstaff County Region

Karissa KisilevichAttractions, Boutiques, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Daysland, Edgerton, Entertainment, Events, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Gifts, Golfing, Hardisty, Highway 13, Historic Site, Ice Cream, Killam, Local Food, Lougheed, Museums, Outdoor Adventures, Restaurants, Roadside Attraction, Sedgewick, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

Nestled in east-central Alberta, Flagstaff County offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich history, charming small towns, and endless prairie skies. From outdoor adventure to small-town shopping and dining, there’s something here for every type of traveler. Here are 10 unforgettable experiences to enjoy throughout the Flagstaff County Region. 1. Explore the Scenic Battle River Valley The Battle River winds through the Flagstaff Region, offering a scenic escape into nature and history. This peaceful river eventually flows into Saskatchewan, …

Go South of Edmonton and Love Local in Leduc County

Jolene KisilevichBakeries, Comfort Food, Entertainment, Farms and Markets, Fine Dining, Go South of Edmonton, Highway 2, Local Food, Restaurants, Roadtrip Adventures, Summer Adventures

Just south of Edmonton, Leduc County is packed with family fun, tasty local eats, and outdoor excitement. Explore museums and raceways, experience farm-fresh local eats,  then relax at scenic parks and campgrounds. Whether you’re in for a weekend adventure or a day of exploring,  Leduc County has something for everyone! Beau Bella Winery: Exquisite Flavor, Locally-Made Just South of Edmonton in Beaumont, Alberta, Beau Bella Winery (#4 on the map) is a local gem offering exquisite, locally-crafted wines made right …

Prairie Gardens Christmas Events

Karissa KisilevichBon Accord, Drink, Entertainment, Events, Farms and Markets, Fine Dining, Highway 28, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

Get Ready for Festive Fun at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm! From mid-November to mid-December, Prairie Gardens is hosting a variety of Prairie Christmas Events that are sure to become your family’s new holiday tradition. Breakfast with Santa: Kick off your holiday season with a delightful farm-to-table breakfast with Santa! Bring the kids to visit Santa at his sleigh and enjoy a festive brunch that features delicious pumpkin muffins with cinnamon pumpkin butter and honeyberry jelly, famous garlic roasted hash with farm sausage, scrambled fresh farm eggs, and pancakes. Choice of steamy hot chocolate or coffee. Purchase your tickets now before they sell out! Click the link to view available dates and …

Sylvia Goes East of Edmonton on an Epic Adventure

Jolene Kisilevich2023 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Outdoor Adventures, Restaurants, Shopping, Summer Adventures

Last year, Sylvia Pedley picked up a Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game, and then didn’t go anywhere. This year, she not only wholeheartedly committed to the game, but she also collected all 43 stickers in 11 days, setting the record for completion time since the game debuted in 2020. “I knew this year, that once I started, I had to finish it,” she said. “I wasn’t going to let it sit on the backburner.” Sylvia knows all too …

Beaches, Boutiques and the Best Adventures – Make Cold Lake your Super Summer Destination!

Rebecca Isbister2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Bonnyville, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cold Lake, Drink, Eat & Shop, Fall Adventures, Fishing, Golfing, Highway 28, Local Food, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Shopping, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

This article was last updated on July 28, 2023 An urban community in the midst of rural Alberta, Cold Lake is surrounded by the natural beauty of its clear blue waters, to the rugged forest backdrop in close proximity. Get away from it all and back to nature here in Cold Lake, with its small-town feel and city amenities. Read on for our tips on what to see and do in Cold Lake, the ‘hidden gem of Northeast Alberta’. Attractions …

#ExploreVegreville for the Most Exciting Events and Attractions this Summer and Fall!  

Rebecca Isbister2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Highway 16, It's Time To Go, Local Food, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Shopping, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Visitor Information Centre

A rich history with many great shops and services makes Vegreville a welcoming stop to make some memories and have some fun! Read on for some exciting events and activities happening this summer and fall – only an hour’s drive from Edmonton on Highway 16. Head outdoors! Take a roadtrip any time of the year to see the World’s Largest Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg) just off Hwy 16A in Vegreville. Stop for a #selfie and explore your surroundings at the Vegreville Municipal Campground and Elks …

It’s here! The Roadtrip Savings Passport

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Announcement, Drink, East of Edmonton, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Winter Adventures

The Roadtrip Savings Passport is ready so you can start planning your adventures! When you Go Northeast, East and Southeast of Edmonton; you’ll find great savings in every part of our region! It’s FREE to sign up and the more locations you visit…the more deals, discounts and prizes you can win! Go on a Roadtrip Adventure. Eat, Drink, Shop and Save. Get Roadtrip Rewards. Unlock these prizes when you check-in at with your pass on your phone: • Check into 5 local businesses and you …

Dining in Camrose

Trevor TessierBakeries, Camrose, Camrose County, Desserts and Sweets, Drink, Eat & Shop, Highway 13, Local Food, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton

The fall activities around Camrose probably have you a little hungry. Luckily, there is great local dining around many corners of Camrose and outside city limits. You can start your day off right with the many local cafés. Between places like Fiona’s, the Lefse House, or a long list of others, you can get your morning fix of something sweet, something savoury, or your fix of a caffeinated beverage- it’s not just coffees you’ll find in these cafes: many offer …

List of Perfect Picnic Parks in Camrose

Trevor TessierCamrose, Camrose County, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Highway 13, Local Food, Restaurants, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures

Finding the right picnic spot in Camrose all comes down to what the perfect picnic means to you. First and foremost, a picnic is nothing without an enjoyable meal. And whether you’d prefer to create your own meals from scratch or take them premade and to-go, Camrose offers several options for market shopping, local dining, and farm-to-table foods. Now you just need your site! Throughout the city are expansive greenspaces and parklands, with other natural areas just a short drive …

Family Fun in Wainwright

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Fall Adventures, Highway 13, It's Time To Go, Itinerary, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Wainwright

By: Karen Ung Roam to Wainwright this summer and stay a while! Peals of laughter ring through the splash park as my kids play. They have the run of the place because we’re the only ones here on this warm, sunny day. Whether the locals are at the lake, golfing, climbing at the Peace Memorial Multiplex, or swimming at the Communiplex, it’s a treat to cool off without crowds – and a perk of visiting small towns. With a population …