Explore Rural Alberta and the East of Edmonton region. August is here, but don’t let summer slip away just yet! There are tons of exciting adventures waiting for you! August is an Awesome month for Agritourism. Check out our Go East Guide to Open Farm Days and Local Food Week August 13-17. Check out the Must See Agritourism Attractions like Prairie Gardens, Awesome Alpaca Farms, Tasty Wineries, Farm Fresh Produce, Fun Farm Animals and so much more. There are over …
Photo above Vegreville Pysanka by Keane Kehler Last updated August 8, 2025 Take a day or weekend to check out these awesome roadside attractions! Every corner of the region offers something to woo travellers in pursuit of a selfie with an oddity of magnificent proportions. Get creative – you could be holding the World’s Largest Egg or taking a bite out of the World’s Largest Pyrogy! Start your engines! Follow our guide to see our favourite picks divided into three …
With the nice weather upon us, spray parks are set to a great way to cool off. There are more than 25 great spots across the Region – check them out this summer! Hours of operation are subject to change, please check the website of the municipality for the park you are looking to visit. Northeast of Edmonton Highway 55 Athabasca Athabasca Riverfront Park Address: 50 Ave A great day of fun is in store for visitors to the Spray Park and playground. Bring …
🕰️ Your favourite antique shops are coming together for ANTIQUE WEEK! 🎉✨ Antique Week brings vintage charm to life! Explore unique treasures, enjoy exciting sales and giveaways, and wander through charming shops full of one-of-a-kind finds. Every stop offers something special, making it a week of discovery, fun, and hidden gems. Keep an eye out for next year’s dates — your next great find awaits! 1) 𝐃𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 🕰️🛋️ Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, visit Den of …
Use this as your complete guide to areas North & Northeast of Edmonton on your 2025 Roadtrips! Don’t forget to post your photos on social media with the hashtags #GoRoadtrips2025 and #GoEastofEdmonton2025 Highway 2 & 55 (Teal Section) Note: Hours to Sticker Stations are subject to change. Town of Gibbons Did you know that Gibbons was the first stop on the Athabasca Landing Trail? Visit the Gibbons Historic Museum, where you will explore well-preserved buildings filled with artifacts from the …
Relax. Breathe. Listen. with everything that the beautiful M.D. of Bonnyville has to offer! Here’s our list of top things to do in the M.D. of Bonnyville. Glendon The place to go is Pyrogy Park, home of the World’s Largest Pyrogy. The park is equipped with picnic areas, washroom facility and gazebo, two modern playgrounds, including a zip line, and of course, the must-see giant Pyrogy. Major Events in 2025 Plan to attend the Glendon Parade, Derby & Mud …
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 …
By: Lisa Roper Pictures by: Lisa Roper The winter months can be dark and cold in Alberta, but I spend countless days looking for fish on frozen water. Whether it’s early, mid- or late season ice fishing, there’s nothing quite like the adrenaline rush of using just the right lures, bait, and techniques to land my aquatic quarry. Just east of Edmonton, lies several ice-fishing lakes, well-known among anglers. To name a few: Lac La Biche, Touchwood, Blackett, Pinehurst, Little …
By: Lisa Roper Pictures by: Lisa Roper and Mat Weaver Crunch, crunch, crunch. My boots connect with the icy snow. It is a sound I have come to love in the stillness of the morning before the sun crests the horizon. Pulling my sleigh across the frozen lake with fishing gear in tow, I drill my first hole and drop a line into the ice-chilled depths of the water. My Kims Watermelon tube jig baited with a frozen chunk of …
By Jeremy Derksen Credit: Paul Lavoie / SnowSeekers BONNYVILLE, AB – In Bonnyville, folks like Mitch Sylvestre (of Sylvestre’s Source for Sports) have long been clearing their own cross-country ski trails and enjoying the solitude of a winter glide. But when Les and Sarah Parsons came to town, they saw a way to turn the solitary pursuit into a community building project. For Les, it was an extension of the mission he’s lived most of his life: growing the Alberta …