Jasper National Park, Alberta
(Driving Time: 3 hours, Distance: 190 miles)
- Immerse yourself in the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, explore glaciers, turquoise lakes, and spot wildlife like elk and grizzly bears in this iconic national park.
Drumheller, Alberta
(Driving Time: 3.5 hours, Distance: 220 miles)
- Step back in time and discover the rich fossil beds, hoodoos, and badlands of the Canadian Dinosaur Capital, home to the world-famous Royal Tyrrell Museum.
Elk Island National Park, Alberta
(Driving Time: 2 hours, Distance: 125 miles)
- Escape to this tranquil oasis east of Edmonton, where you can spot free-roaming bison, hike through aspen forests, and canoe on pristine lakes.
Banff National Park, Alberta
(Driving Time: 5 hours, Distance: 300 miles)
- Marvel at the rugged mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and abundance of wildlife in Canada's oldest national park, a true gem of the Rockies.
Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta
(Driving Time: 7 hours, Distance: 435 miles)
- Explore the unique blend of prairie and mountain landscapes, hike to spectacular waterfalls, and keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and bears in this remote park straddling the U.S.-Canada border.
Grande Prairie, Alberta
(Driving Time: 2.5 hours, Distance: 160 miles)
- Embrace the cowboy culture of this vibrant city, visit the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, and venture into the nearby Kakwa Wildland Provincial Park for hiking and fishing adventures.