Top 7 Things to Consider When Planning Your Visit To Elk Island National Park

Karissa KisilevichAttractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Glamping, Highway 16, Metis Crossing, Motorcycle Touring, National Park, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrips, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

Photo Credit: Ryan Bray / ⓒ Parks Canada / Elk Island National Park Article submitted by: Elk Island National Park Thinking about visiting Elk Island National Park? Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, this natural beauty in the heart of the Beaver Hills Biosphere offers unforgettable experiences—from a chill day at the lake, to hikes for varying skill levels, to unique wildlife encounters. But with its growing popularity, especially during the summer months, a little planning goes …

Top Things To Do In Strathcona County

Jennifer FilipBreweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camping, Drink, Drink, Eat & Shop, Events, Glamping, Golfing, Local Food, Museums, Parks & Trails, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip Adventures, Sherwood Park, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures

Set in the centre of Alberta’s energy and agricultural heartland, Strathcona County is a thriving, successful, and vibrant community of over 100,000 rural and urban residents. Only a 10-minute drive from the capital city of Edmonton, you will find Strathcona County–Sherwood Park offers endless opportunities for adventure right at your doorstep!   EXPLORE  HISTORY & CULTURE Begin your adventures in Sherwood Park at the Strathcona County Museum and Archives, which showcases rotating exhibits portraying the county’s natural and human history. …

Top 25 Things to Do in the Lac La Biche Region

Rebecca IsbisterAttractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Fashions, Fishing, Highway 28, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, It's Time To Go, Lac La Biche Region, Lakeland Region, Local Food, Museums, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Seasons, Shopping, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

Home to pristine wilderness, gorgeous provincial parks, and beautiful lakes, perfect to see the night sky, search for wildlife and birds, or enjoy the vast network of trails via hiking, quadding, or ATVing. If you’re interested in visiting an incredible indigenous art gallery, Lac La Biche is a hidden gem full of fun things to do and see. Getting to Lac La Biche Lac La Biche is located about 215 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, Alberta off Highway 55. Or, if …

Top Things To Do In Lamont County

Rebecca IsbisterAndrew, Antique Tour, Attractions, Bruderheim, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Entertainment, Fall Adventures, Farms and Markets, Flea Market, Glamping, Golfing, Highway 15, Highway 16, It's Time To Go, Lamont, Lamont County, Local Food, Mundare, National Park, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Quilt Shop, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip Adventures, Shopping, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Just a quick trip east of Edmonton, Lamont County has a combination of beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage, unique attractions and events that make it the perfect destination for daytrips and weekend getaways.   Elk Island National Park is the perfect place if you’re feeling adventurous! You’ve got your pick of seeing bison, moose, birds and more. You’re also rewarded with plenty of things to do including hiking, biking, canoeing, geocaching, golfing, and more!   CHURCH  TOUR As the Cradle …

Top 25 in 2025

Jolene KisilevichAgritourism, Announcement, Attractions, Bon Accord, Bonnyville, Camping, Cold Lake, Dark Sky, Daysland, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Glamping, Greenhouse & Garden Centres, Historic Site, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Iron Horse Trail, Legal, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Motorcycle Touring, Museums, National Park, North Saskatchewan River, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip Adventure Game, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Seasons, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul, St. Paul County, Summer Adventures, Train Excursion, Two Hills, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Epic Summer Escapes: 25 Top Must-Do Attractions & Adventures East of Edmonton!   Aerial Adventure Park Soar to new heights in the M.D. of Bonnyville at the Kinosoo Ridge Resort Aerial Adventure Park! Towering 60 feet above the ground, this exhilarating park offers breathtaking views of Cold Lake while you tackle over 40 exciting challenges spread across four thrilling levels. With a safe, interactive environment for all ages, it’s the perfect spot to climb, conquer, and create unforgettable memories. Appetizing …

Enjoy Winters Best Adventures, Photo Contest Winners & More…

Jennifer FilipCross Country Skiing, Dark Sky, East of Edmonton, Events, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Photo Contest, Roadtrip Adventures, Winter Adventures

With the recent snowfalls and seasonal temperatures, there are plenty of winter activities to enjoy when you venture East of Edmonton.  Read on for some fantastic options to make the most out of Winter. We’ll explore things to do in some of our Parks, activities at Métis Crossing, and other winter adventures in our region.  Plus, details about the winners from our 2024 Photo Contest.  Keep reading! January – February Winter Adventures… Go in the snow and enjoy winter adventures …

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Three Great Parktastic Trips East of Edmonton This Winter

Faye ForgesBeaver County, Cross Country Skiing, East of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrip Adventures, Strathcona County, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Winter Adventures

  DYK: Alberta Parks surrounds Edmonton with a wide range of epic provincial parks complete with camping, beaches, hiking, OHV trails and wildlife watching all just a short drive away.  But what about winter?  Visiting Provincial Parks in winter could be one of the best kept secret bonuses of living and thriving in Alberta.  Here are three great Provincial Parks all east of Edmonton that are ready, set and geared to make your season bright if you come to visit …

Go Hut to Hut Cross-Country Skiing in Lac La Biche

CodyCross Country Skiing, Highway 55, Lac La Biche Region, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Winter Adventures

Jeremy Derksen for #SkiNorthAB Although you can still see the town of Lac La Biche in the distance if you squint carefully, Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park is separated from the town’s daily bustle – if you can call it that. And that is the key to its appeal: once you cross the bridge to the island, you are disconnected both literally and figuratively. No traffic, few if any people, and absolute quiet. It’s the perfect place to discover – …

Enjoy Vermilion’s Vibe with Skiing and Local Après

Jolene Kisilevich#SkiNorthAB, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Highway 16, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Winter Adventures

#SkiNorthAB #ExploreVermilion By Lisa Monforton Looking for a cabin fever cure mid-winter that’s not too far a drive from Edmonton? Head east to the town of Vermilion, about two hours away for a daytrip. Or, you could easily make it a mini-holiday. You’ll find wide open spaces for outdoor activities like fat biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Then warm up by popping into homey restaurants, cafes, shops – or Vermilion’s first homegrown distillery. Over the past decade, Vermilion’s main street …

North Saskatchewan River Adventures

Jolene KisilevichCamping, East of Edmonton, Elk Point, Fishing, Fort Saskatchewan, Historic Site, Indigenous Experience, Interpretive Centre, Iron Horse Trail, Lakeland Region, Marwayne, Metis Crossing, North Saskatchewan River, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Seasonal Campground, Smoky Lake County, Spring Adventures, St. Paul County, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Two Hills County, Vermilion River County, Waskatenau, Water Adventures

Adventures from Edmonton heading East along the North Saskatchewan River… In March 2024, the Governments of Canada and Alberta acknowledged the entire stretch of the North Saskatchewan River in Alberta as part of the Canadian Heritage Rivers System, a well-deserved honour. With a history spanning thousands of years, the river undoubtedly holds deep cultural significance to numerous Indigenous nations in the region and has played a significant role in the development of the entire province of Alberta. All the while, …