Adventures in Canada; or Life in the woods

You may recognize Peyto Lake from the pictures of impossibly blue water surrounded by mountains that sometimes circulate the internet. Yes — this lake really is that picturesque. Though the colour shifts with season and time of day, Peyto Lake is always gorgeous, and always ready for your camera. Enjoy breathtaking views of Alberta River Valleys by taking a leisurely float down the many rivers that nourish the province. During your float, admire different kinds of wildlife while bathing in the sun. Fort Normandeau was the birthplace of the city of Red Deer and played an important part in the Riel Rebellion.

Enjoy the live programs throughout the summer and enjoy a homemade ice cream cone and other foods from the period. The Ironhorse Trail is an epic km trail system that winds through north-east Alberta. Smoky Lake has the perfect entrance point into the trail for people doing a day trip from Edmonton.

Ripping up the trails in your ATV with a group of friends is a great way to explore the trail. You can go on horseback, bicycle or hike it for as long as you want. Summerland Leisure Park is located in Central Alberta outside of Lacombe and has a mini golf adventure waiting for you.

The hole park features greens with a waterfall, as well as curves, turns, and obstacles that will keep you on your game. Alberta is covered in parkland and natural splendour, so there are many options for the perfect camping trip. Alberta may not be known as a paddling destination, but let the gorgeous mountain and prairie lakes prove the reputation wrong by getting out on the water and taking in the scenery.

Sturgeon fishing is considered big game fishing — these are the fish you brag about after a good day on the water. Located 2 hours outside of Calgary, these experts have been hauling in the big fish since So pack a lunch and head on down to see what you can catch. Yamnuska Mountain Adventures offers climbing adventures year-round. Here, you can also learn wilderness first aid and avalanche courses, getting you prepared to take on the Rockies. One of the more common yet exhilarating outdoor activities of any mountainous range is rock climbing.

All over Yellowhead County, there are plenty of locations that are phenomenal for climbing. Drumheller and the Badlands are in part known for their dinosaur discoveries and the Royal Tyrell Museum, but there is also something wonderful about the land here. Let the water take control on the Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure. Namur Lake can be found in the Birch Mountains Wildland Provincial Park in northeast Alberta and is known for its perfect sport fishing waters.

Embark on an adventure into what feels like alien territory: The Icefield stretches for more than 25 kilometres across the Continental Divide, but the most accessible area is the Athabasca Glacier. Elk Island National Park is famous for its part in bringing back the almost extinct bison that were once populous in Alberta.

This is a wildlife refuge that is perfect for your day trip, or even to stay and camp in. Hike, stargaze, bring a bike, or explore the beach. Your choices are as endless as this park feels. Watch for wildlife but be respectful. After all, this is their home first. Since , the town has created 36 life-size murals all painted by Canadian artists.

You can choose to do this as a self-guided walking or bicycling tour by downloading a mural guide from their website link above. Alternatively, you can do a guided tour with knowledgeable guides from the Multicultural Heritage Centre. These guides will walk with you throughout town, sharing stories and historical information from the past so you can get a true understanding of what each mural represents.

Not up for the walk? They also offer horse and wagon mural tours. Here, play on 18 holes and enjoy the excellent service the resort is known for. You get your choice of 4 tee boxes, making this course fun for every skill level. The licensed Clubhouse and Patio offers the perfect post-game experience. There is a place full of love for all animals near Wetaskiwin.

This animal sanctuary houses farm animals that have been surrendered or abused by their owners. An environment of healing and rehoming through adoption, a visit to FARRM is one that will surely touch your heart. Visit where the prairies meet the rockies at Waterton Lakes National Park. Hike or bike one of the trails, and keep your eyes open for wildlife. Busiest in the summer months and the weekends, plan ahead and bring a picnic to make sure you have your ideal trip to the park.

Caraway Park is the largest outdoor family amusement park in Western Canada, and is conveniently located just outside of Calgary hence the name! Explore the Flintstones themed entrance area, then see how many of the 33 rides and 27 games you can take in. Fun for all ages, this is a day trip that will leave you smiling. One of the most famous hikes in Waterton Lakes National Park, the Crypt Lake Trail was ranked one of the top 20 most thrilling hikes in the world by National Geographic. The trail head is accessed by boat shuttle at Waterton Marina, so plan ahead to make sure your day goes according to plan.

Spend a day watching the falling water and enjoying the day-use area with a picnic, or you can stay the night and camp at the overnight campground.

Beautiful within the Rocky Mountains, this lake is the highlight of the Spray Valley Provincial Park, in which there are plenty of recreational areas for you to hang out. The western shore also features hiking trails and picnic sites. Gorgeous in both the summer and winter, the Spray Lake Reservoir is picturesque Alberta at its finest. The unique cart design allows you to ride individually or tandem with small children. Nestled in a spectacular valley in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Moraine Lake Lodge provides the ultimate getaway for those seeking an escape, hiking experience, or a relaxing vacation.

Explore all that nature has to offer, or take short drives to spectacular sites like Lake Louise and the picturesque town of Banff. The Canadian Rockies contain a lifetime of walking and hiking opportunities. The scenery is classically magnificent — steely grey limestone peaks are clothed in forests, waterfalls, craggy cliffs and, not far west of Canmore, glaciers!

From late May to mid August the forest and meadows are lit in glorious wildflower shades of red, blue, yellow and white. By late August wildflower color is replaced by the reds and golds of Fall.

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September is in some ways the most spectacular month as the alpine larches turn the treeline into a blazing line of gold and incandescent aspens that speckle the valley floors. The first two days of hiking are based in Canmore before moving to Banff and Lake Louise based hiking days. This backcountry hiking tour to magnificent Mount Assiniboine Park involves comfortable base camping. Experience the wild Canadian rockies like never before, from the inside! Wild, undeveloped caves await you!

For those just looking to sample what the cave has to offer, or those with less time, a 4. Guided mule deer hunts, moose hunts and black bear hunts in northern Alberta, Canada. Book your next hunt and you will have an unforgettable Alberta wilderness adventure. The closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary. Half and Full day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, the fun-loving professional guides will provide you with the best whitewater rafting adventure. Experience the thrill of the summer bobsled at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary.

Accompanied by a professional pilot, soar down the legendary Olympic track, twisting and turning around 10 turns and traveling at speeds up to 50 mph 80 kph. This will be 60 seconds you talk about for the rest of your life! Feed your adrenaline and step into a breathtaking world where glaciers rest above and birds soar below. Experience waterfalls, wildlife, fossils and more on an exciting cliff-edge walkway that leads to a platform where glass is all that separates you from a foot drop. Welcome to the all-new Glacier Skywalk in the heart of the Canadian Rockies!

Driving here in a car with GPS? Enter the following coordinates into your GPS unit: Pass the Lake Louise turnoff and continue for approximately 1 km, watch for the Hwy 93N exit indicating the Columbia Icefield. Follow Hwy 93N for kilometers 78 miles , to the Columbia Icefield. From Edmonton , travel kms miles west on Yellowhead Hwy 16, to Jasper.

Proceed past the Jasper turnoff approximately 2 kms to the 93S Junction.

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Operating just north of Edmonton, they offer tandem and learn to skydive packages. This journey takes you through forty five kilometers of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the Canadian Rockies. Let Maligne Adventures showcase all the natural beauty and adventure Jasper National Park has to offer. Located in the Canadian Rockies north of Banff National Park along the Icefields Parkway, Jasper is famous for its natural beauty, abundant wildlife and incredible scenery.

Get out there and explore. Eco-Adventures Collective is an outdoor adventure company that operates in a sustainable, educational, and eco-friendly manner in order to preserve our outdoor playground for generations to come while also providing you with the opportunity to experience two unique Saskatchewan forest ecosystems in a unique way.

Whether you conquer our two-hour long, guided zip line tours, our treetop adventure park or our parachute simulators, we promise to help you do so with a smile on your face. Cypress Hills Eco-Adventures Ltd.

Highway , Waskesiu Lake, SK. If you visit Churchill during the warmer months, you can still experience the thrill of dog sledding — a cart with wheels replaces the sled.

See the landscape bursting with life and the colour of thousands of blooming wildflowers. Experience the spectacular wildlife of Manitoba with an adventure that takes you from the dense forests of Riding Mountain National Park to the colourful tundra of Churchill. Even if you are afraid of snakes, The Snake Dens allow you to keep your distance and run for highground if you get too freaked out.

Visit the denning area from their summer feeding grounds in late August and September. Snake numbers can be quite impressive on warm sunny days until the end of September. Summer time is upon us, and Slide The City is bringing a record-breaking water slide to brighten your city streets.

For more information visit http: Visitors walk in groups of six, while attached to an overhead safety rail via a trolley and harness system. Trained EdgeWalk guides will encourage participants to push their personal limits, allowing them to lean back over Toronto with nothing but air and breathtaking views of Lake Ontario beneath them. The Rideau Canal is a wonderful place for young and old alike to canoe or kayak, offering some of the best paddling in Canada. The locks have created an easy to paddle slackwater system and the central lakes have hundreds of interesting nooks and crannies for the paddler to explore.

There are lots of camping locations, many with washroom facilities. Multiple points of access along the Rideau provide the paddler with easy ways to get out on the water. Dramatic cliffs rise from the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay. In large tracts of forest, black bears roam and rare reptiles find refuge in rocky areas and diverse wetlands. Ancient cedar trees spiral from the cliff-edge; a multitude of orchids and ferns take root in a mosaic of habitats. And the night is brilliant with stars in this Dark Sky Preserve.

Welcome to the magic of Bruce Peninsula National Park. Located on the scenic Georgian Bay shoreline, this is a unique bouldering experience in a beautiful and remote setting! From Highway 6, take Emmett Lake Road for 6. Turn left at Y junction and go 1. From here, hike the 1km trail to Georgian Bay. Turn left north at shoreline to reach the boulders.

Take a Journey… That will unlock the magic. Sundance Balloons flies approx 12, passengers each year from 11 locations in Canada. Each year, more people return to River Run Rafting Resort to experience the incredible thrill of whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River. This big raft offers lots of whitewater fun and is perfect for first-timers, groups and families…a little more raft and a great Canadian experience.

Ziptrek Tremblant delivers an aerial adventure that will thrill and inspire guests from the world over. These guided tours consist of a series of distinct ziplines that will zip guests down and across the famed Mont Tremblant Mountain, while providing the opportunity to take in some breathtaking views. A thrilling adventure not to be missed! Join one of the cruising sailboats and navigate the Saguenay Fjord in all its glory. Learn and practice the basics of sailing or just sit back, relax and take in the beautiful scenery and the wildlife Beluga whales, seals and a variety of birds.

Interpretation, a quick dip, learning to sail are all on the menu. Put the wind in your sails and discover this incredible waterway in silence, just the way it was meant to be! Family-owned sea kayak excursion outfitter since Fjord en Kayak offers sea kayak guided tours: A rendezvous to the homeland of whales! The Hopewell Rocks is a self-directed park, however interpretive staff are located at key areas to answer any questions you may have.

The Hopewell Rocks is a magical place for your imagination to play… the only place where you can become a part of that story. Deepell your way down a feet rock wall in the spectacular Grand Falls Gorge. Yes — deepelling is face-forward rappelling! Extensive, personalized instruction from a trained professional gets you started.

As the butterflies start to flutter in the pit of your stomach, your guide also helps you mentally prepare for this thrill of a lifetime.