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Top things to see and do in Whitecourt
Camping in Whitecourt is a blast, with all the fun attractions and activities on offer.
Top things to see and do in Edson
Its great outdoors and interesting past make Edson a great place for all ages to discover.
Top things to see and do in Red Deer
Walking, history and lively performances are some of the great reasons to choose to visit Red Deer.
Top things to see and do in Hinton
This Alberta town is abuzz with activity—perfect for RVing visitors.
Top things to see and do in Leduc
A convenient and fun place to RV, Leduc should be next on your list of travel destinations.
Top things to see and do in Edmonton
Edmonton brings out the best of Alberta, with friendly residents and impressive attractions.
Top things to see and do in Vermilion
Vermilion is a small town with big opportunities and a vibrant culture. Vermilion Provincial Park is one of many highlights.
Top things to see and do in Wetaskiwin
Wetaskiwin offers plenty of things to see and do. Here are just a few of the must-see attractions you can enjoy in this pleasant community.
Highly rated RV resorts and campgrounds near Edmonton, Alberta
Looking for an RV site in the Edmonton area? These resorts and campgrounds come highly recommended!
RV Resorts, restaurants and attractions in Edmonton
Camp at a resort near Edmonton, and experience some of Alberta’s finest restaurants and tourist attractions.
The University of Alberta Botanical Garden blooms beautifully
The University of Alberta Botanical Garden offers RVers an opportunity to experience native and curated plants through popular events and walking tours.
Famous Five of Diamonds now the world’s largest lure
The Thompson-Pallister Bait Co. 2015 celebrates its 90th anniversary with a world-record monument of a Len Thompson lure in Lacombe, Alberta
Edmonton’s art and architecture
Edmonton is the best option for finding creative inspiration while on holiday.
Blueberry Bluegrass Festival is August long weekend
Take your pick: Edmonton offers a host of attractions
One visit to this vibrant city, and you will want to take your RV to Alberta every year.
RVing in Wetaskiwin is always an adventure
Wetaskiwin's attractions include art galleries, museums and thrill-seeking opportunities.
Gone fishing: Fish and camp in under three-hour’s drive from Edmonton
Fishing with family is fantastic
Some folks camp solely so they can fish, or is it solely fish so they can camp?
Finding waterfront fun near Edmonton, Alberta
If you're RVing in Edmonton and you want to cool off, have a blast in the water at one of these nearby locations.
Wetlands are wondrous places
Plan a visit to wetlands this summer to explore more of what they have to offer in recreation and observation.
Water world!
Cast your fishing line, float downstream or race your riverboat in Whitecourt, Alberta.
Not just for summer
Central Alberta’s Pine Lake Leisure Campground & RV Resort is a favourite summertime destination for many Alberta families.
5 things to do along Highway 16
The Yellowhead Highway spans four provinces and includes over a dozen places worthy of exploration
Paul Brandt is Alberta bound for the Big Valley Jamboree
Paul Brandt will be bringing his convoy to the Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose, Alberta, in August
Golf Whitecourt and Mayerthorpe, Alberta, with two outstanding courses within a half-hour drive
Just north of downtown Whitecourt, Alberta, tucked against the Athabasca River is Whitecourt Golf and Country Club, and just 30 minutes down Highway 43 is Trails End Golf and Country Club at Mayerthorpe.
Discover Alberta by ATV
Outdoor adventures in Whitecourt, Alberta
Fascinating finds near Edmonton
RVing in the Edmonton area allows the adventurous to discover a whole world of historic and modern treasures.
Ten reasons why you should attend the Edmonton RV Expo
Make sure you don't miss this Alberta RV show and sale
Ken Stead: Sounds of Summer
Follow Edmonton singer-songwriter Ken Stead to music festivals all over western Canada
Gord Bamford—back to the country he grew up on
Nashville artist Gord Bamford will be coming home this summer for Canada’s 150th and the 25th anniversary of Big Valley Jamboree.
RVDA RV Shows in Calgary and Edmonton: 5 Reasons to Attend
Campers get excited for spring and summer at the annual RVDA of Alberta RV shows.
Get close to the critters at the Edmonton Valley Zoo
Edmonton's zoo will help you get to know a variety of wild animals.
Learn to fly-fish in wild Whitecourt
For those travelling to Northern Alberta this summer, pencil in a stop in Whitecourt for an unbelievable fly-fishing experience in Alberta’s backcountry.
Top things to see and do in Sylvan Lake
RVers flock to Sylvan Lake for entertainment and recreation.
Top 3 things to see and do in Jasper, Alberta
Jasper National Park is famous for its natural beauty, abundant wildlife and incredible scenery.
RVDA of Alberta is offering an RV Learning Weekend
An entertaining and informative weekend RV learning weekend for anyone who owns and RV or is even thinking about getting one.
Camrose, Alberta does summer right
Get your fix of small-town hospitality in Camrose, Alberta.
Edmonton and its visitors open their minds and mouths to vegetarian options
Despite the economy and stereotypes around Albertan diners, Edmonton’s diverse dining options have become must-eat spots.
ArrKann RV celebrates 40 years
Ken Friedenberg, owner of ArrKann RV, has spent the last four decades helping people take to the highway and live the dream. RVwest sat down with him to discuss life, work and future roads.
Full-timer describes her dream RV
When one is a full-timer, they quickly think of ideas that they would like to see implemented in RV designs.
Camrose remembers where it came from
This prairie city celebrates Founders Day every year, has two museums and a main street full of restored heritage buildings.
From private life to public office, Edmonton has a history for that
Whether it’s a private member’s bill or a private residence you’re interested in, Edmonton takes its history public.
Agriculture a pillar of Camrose
Camrose, Alberta has incredibly rich and fertile farmland and one of the most thriving farmers' markets in the region.
Farm fresh foods: Lacombe delivers the goods
Among the lakes, parks and golf greens in Lacombe, Alberta, are charming country stores and farmers’ markets bursting with seasonal produce, fresh dairy, grass-fed meats, poultry and eggs.
Long-timers at Fairmont
The Scholze family has a long tradition of summer visits to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.
Camrose: fun on the Alberta Prairies
Whether it’s enjoying one of many beautiful parks or discovering a vibrant local arts scene, Camrose, Alberta, has lots to discover.
Camrose is a welcoming small city
Sandy Shiang, a newcomer to Camrose, can't imagine living anywhere else.
Explore the outdoors in Hinton, Alberta
Tucked just beside Rocky Mountain splendour, Hinton Alberta provides its own opportunities to enjoy nature
Abundant nature at your fingertips
The Stoney Creek Valley flows through Camrose like a river, bringing with it acres of beautiful native flora.
Old homesteads and friendly families in Edson offer a storytelling opportunity in each frame
After several international travel photo tours, Giles Merriott said the unique environments in his own backyard are as photogenic as any in the world.
Moose on the loose near Devon, Alberta
Backcountry guide and photographer Wayne Millar explains how Elk Island National Park and the Cooking Lake-Blackfoot recreation area offer world-class wildlife photography opportunities.
Exploring the country
Teri and John Vallevand have big plans for after he retires. Meanwhile they spend every day of vacation time in their Class C motorhome.
Exciting events in Camrose are a shutterbug’s dream
Sean and Lisel Mascaluk of S and L Photography are experts on where to take photos in this beautiful central Alberta city.
Carla and Brian Rogoza, along with their daughter spend a memorable week near Fairmont
Carla Rogoza, her husband Brian and their four-year-old daughter Talia spent a week travelling from their home near Smoky Lake, Alberta, over the Icefields Parkway and down to Fairmont Hot Springs.
The best of Sherwood Park
Sherwood Park hits the key points of Alberta’s legacy with history, sports and the outdoors.
Eagle River Tourism RV Park
The Alexis Nakota Sioux First Nation owns the new Eagle River Tourism RV Park near Whitecourt, Alberta.
Boomtown culture resounds in Camrose and county
The city of Camrose may have sprung up overnight, but visitors to the area should plan more time than that to take in its unique culture.
Bring your bicycle to Devon, Alberta
Just southwest of Edmonton along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River is the town that oil built.
Celebrate Canada’s aviation culture in Wetaskiwin
See the 223-acre Reynolds-Alberta transportation museum and Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame.
Red Deer celebrates a century
It's been 100 years since Red Deer was incorporated and this central Alberta town has plenty to celebrate.
Edmonton: a festival every weekend
Edmonton is a mecca for cultural, heritage and historical opportunities all year round.
Where the lake is right downtown
Sylvan Lake is the perfect destination for family gatherings and this year, as the town celebrates its 100th anniversary, there is even more going on.
Activities abound in Edson
Edson, Alberta, should be more than just a stop en route. Its natural surroundings, friendly community and surprising attractions are worth taking a little time to discover.
Top things to see and do in Beaver County
An agri-tourism hot spot in close proximity to Edmonton, Beaver County is a joy to visit.
Plan for a fun family vacation in Red Deer
See the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame, explore nature or visit Fort Normandeau in the city of Red Deer, Alberta.
A grandmother’s guide to RVing central Alberta in style
Mary-Ellen Albers shares how she packs her grandkids and their toys into a 23-foot Westwind trailer.
Trains, planes and automobiles in Wetaskiwin
Discover the Reynolds-Alberta Museum, Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame, the Alberta Central Railway Museum and Alberta’s first NASCAR-sanctioned racetrack.
Where earth meets sky: Wetaskiwin’s dynamic arts scene
This prairie city has become home to many visual artists, who are perhaps drawn by the tranquillity of rolling hills brushing that wide sky.
Camrose: the Rose City is abloom with artists
Nestled between sweeps of prairie and boreal forest, it’s only natural that this picturesque city has become a hub for people with an artistic temperament—visual and performing artists alike.
The arts in Hinton
The arts scene in Hinton is vibrant and well supported. Christina Oliver, a musical artist and executive director of the Yellowhead Regional Arts Festival Society's Creative Campus, said all the artists work together to provide great events.
An Artwalk anniversary
Every year Red Deer hosts an event that celebrates the vibrant abundance of art in the area. In June 2013, Artwalk turns 25, which makes this a particularly great time to plan a visit to explore the city’s creative side.
Coffee shops in Wetaskiwin
Celebrate your time in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, with a cup of coffee and a bite to eat.
Fresh from the farm at Wetaskiwin’s weekly market
A one-of-a-kind restaurant and a weekly farmers market make Wetaskiwin a foodie destination.
Culinary Camrose: Scandinavian delicacies and fresh farm produce
Two homegrown businesses in Camrose, Alberta, are carrying on a tradition of culture and agriculture.
Couples’ getaway: Wetaskiwin
We present some fun and interesting things to see and do when you're on vacation in the central Alberta community of Wetaskiwin.
Best restaurants in Wetaskiwin
From quaint bistros to fine dining, these eateries are just what RV campers are looking for when visiting Wetaskiwin.
Top things to see and do in Sylvan Lake
RVers have been spreading the word: Sylvan Lake is gaining popularity among campers and other outdoor enthusiasts.
Blooming beautiful Wetaskiwin
Almost everyone in the community of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, contributes to the beautification of their city, and that co-operative spirit makes for an increase in civic pride.
Hinton is full of natural wonder
Wildlife and amazing scenery await at the edge of the Rocky Mountains.
Get hooked on Camrose
Enjoy some fun in the sun fishing at one of the many lakes near Camrose.
Hit the beach during your Edmonton trip
Summer is upon us, and it’s time to search out the best beaches and lakes around Edmonton.
Summer fun in Vermilion
Vermilion Provincial Park is headquarters for water fun in this central Alberta town.
Discover historic Vermilion, Alberta
Wander the historic downtown and the nearby oasis of Vermilion Provincial Park.
Discover the valley of roses
Camrose is a vibrant city with much to discover. Mirror Lake, museums, music and golf are all part of the attraction.
Experience Edmonton
Visitors to Edmonton may find themselves extending the length of their trip, as this city has something for everyone.
A lakefront hub
Sylvan Lake is a town for all seasons, with winter and summer activities, events and attractions. The popular lakefront is the central hub of the town.
The heart of Vermilion
Vermilion is a small town with a vibrant culture and passionate people.
The latest must-haves for your RV
Gail Jansen shares her top five picks from products displayed at the 32nd annual Edmonton RV Expo and Sale
Pick your pleasure
From idyllic parks to adrenalin-pumping events, you’ll find it here in Camrose.
Camrose author finds humour in tough times
Visiting the modern city of Camrose with its multitude of shops and services, it’s hard to imagine a time when life in this agricultural region of Alberta was desolate and often hardscrabble.
Top things to see and do in Camrose
Camrose is a fun place to be.
A modern-day pioneering spirit
The Dorchester Ranch RV & Golf Resort is an awesome one-stop permanent home for your RV whether you’re a retiree or a family with children including teenagers
The show will go on
Camrose's historic Bailey Theatre is a beautifully restored facility used today for performances and other events.
All revved up for transportation
The Reynolds-Alberta Museum is an award-winning, state-of-the-art facility in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, that showcases thousands of pieces of Canada’s rich transportation history.
Answering the purple martin’s call
The Camrose Wildlife Stewardship Society has developed summer programs to increase awareness of the community's green spaces and wildlife habitat.
Fun in the festival city
Do you like dance? the theatre? street markets? music? Whatever strikes your fancy, Edmonton seems to have it in festival form.
Celebration central
You can get a true taste of Alberta hospitality this summer.
It’s going swimmingly
Visitors to the West Edmonton Mall (WEM) will find that there’s much more than just an enormous number of stores under one roof.
