Featuring landscapes like nowhere else on earth, the Canadian Badlands will transport you to another time and place. From prehistoric fossil beds and rocky canyons, to coal mining ghost towns and cowboy hangouts, there’s plenty to discover in this unique area.
Here, thousands of acres grow some of the most relied-upon crops in the world. Between fields of barley and wheat, you’ll discover Canada’s Wild Side in its charming towns. Experience the draws of the rural way of life.
Acquaint yourself with Alberta’s vast rolling hills and admire the Canadian Rocky Mountains beyond. Soak in the ambiance of a peak-filled horizon as you seek adventure in wide-open plains.
Discover a place where archeological and natural wonders divulge secrets of yesterday. Where spaces and skies span as far as the eye can see. Where Canada’s Wild Side awaits.
Featuring landscapes like nowhere else on earth, the Canadian Badlands will transport you to another time and place. From prehistoric fossil beds and rocky canyons, to coal mining ghost towns and cowboy hangouts, there’s plenty to discover in this unique area.
The Lakelands is a destination for those in pursuit of year-round adventure, yearning to harness their Wild Side. Break from the beaten path and seek escape in the region’s untamed forests and bountiful lakes.
Explore this northern hideaway and allow your Wild Side to run rampant through the region. This is a place for those who push harder, trek further and seek escape from everyday norms.
West Country is a place to push boundaries, face challenges and rendezvous with fellow free spirits. Your connection to the land will only deepen as you traverse the peaks and canyons of the Canadian Rockies.
Uncover one of Canada’s best-kept secrets. An absence of crowds in the Southern Rockies makes the views, experiences and journeys that much more special. Take your time to connect with nature and enjoy the sights—there’s nobody else in line.
Canada's wild child and the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. The city is filled with award-winning restaurants and shopping and makes the perfect springboard for mountain adventures.
We call them Wildlands for a reason. Boundless undisturbed wetlands, lakes and boreal forest attract all kinds of wild things. Enjoy solitude and natural beauty in this secluded northern region.
Navigate prairie parklands, rolling hills and soaring summits in one of Alberta’s most geographically diverse regions. As you discover Canada’s Wild Side, you’ll ignite yours.
Whether it’s a massive peak, a groomed run or a delicate wildflower, the Canadian Rockies will take your breath away again and again. Formed when continents collided, this is a place for adventure, discovery and serenity—sometimes all at once.
Transport yourself worlds away to a place where dinosaurs once roamed. The magical hoodoo formations, also known as fairy chimneys, were once part of a lush forest by the sea.
Dinosaur capital of the world
Explore Drumheller's famous Royal Tyrrell Museum to learn about groundbreaking dinosaur discoveries. Then stay in the charming town with all the amenities you need to get ready to hike nearby Horseshoe Canyon.
Transformative topology
Fossils aren’t the only draw at Dinosaur Provincial Park. The stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site is a sensory explosion. Experience the area via guided hike, an interpretive drive around the Public Loop Road or a camping adventure.
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Dinosaur Provincial Park
Hike or take a guided tour through one of Canada’s most unique landscapes. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the world’s richest fossil resources for the Late Cretaceous period.
Want to stay somewhere unique in Canada? Travellers can rest their heads in a grain silo, medieval tent, clear-walled geodome and more at these welcoming and original retreats in Alberta.
The diverse ecosystems of Alberta make it one of the best places in Canada for unforgettable wildlife viewing experiences, including bison, bears, moose, elk, sheep and all kinds of birds.
From your base in Calgary, venture into the heart of dinosaur country, then up into the majestic Rocky Mountains. Complement the beauty of nature with fine dining, local history, and even a spa day.
