Photo © Courtesy of Grande Prairie Regional Tourism Association
Not every journey begins at an airport—but this one might. Tucked into Alberta’s Peace Country and accessible by direct flights from Calgary and Edmonton via WestJet and Air Canada, the Grande Prairie region is closer than you’d expect. What’s more is that the adventures waiting for you here are ones you won’t forget.
Walk with Giants
Alberta’s prehistoric past comes roaring back to life at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum. Step inside to check out the life-sized fossil replicas and interactive displays, but the real fun begins when you step outside. This is a “museum without walls,” where you can walk into the Wapiti River Valley and join guided fossil hunts on one of the richest dinosaur bonebeds in the world. Watch paleontologists at work, join a dig, or take a behind-the-scenes tour that makes you feel like part of the expedition.
Waterfalls, Wetlands, and Wilderness
Once you’ve looked 90 million years into the past, shift your gaze to the landscape around you. There’s wilderness and biodiversity in every direction! To the south, Kakwa Provincial Recreation Area is home to Alberta’s tallest waterfalls and is surrounded by boreal forest, perfect for quiet walks where you can tune into the world around you.
Over at Saskatoon Island Provincial Park, you’ll find trumpeter swans keeping you company on your lakeside camping trips. Bring your binoculars—this is one of the best birding spots in the province.
Even in the city, you’re never far from the wild. Muskoseepi Park has over 1,100 acres of tree-lined trails and placid ponds. Whether you’re walking, cycling, or having a picnic under the trees, you may just forget that you’re not in a nature preserve.
Heart and Heritage
There’s more to the Grande Prairie region than dinosaur bones and hikes, fantastic as they are. You’ll also find countless ways to take in the art and culture of the region alongside a warm and welcoming community.
The region is home to many art galleries that showcase works by Indigenous artists and regional creators who are reshaping our view of the North. With community exhibits and local voices, these spaces feel less like galleries and more like gatherings.
Don’t miss the Grande Prairie Museum in Muskoseepi Park, where visitors of all ages can travel through time—from Ice Age beasts to the homesteading pioneers of the Peace Region. Throughout the year, community festivals brighten the calendar with Métis fiddle music, local cuisine, and a celebration of the region’s rich roots and modern identity.
Travel That Feels Good to Take
The Grande Prairie region does tourism a little differently. Local tour companies prioritize sustainability, Indigenous guides lead land-based experiences, and restaurants source ingredients from nearby farms, creating menus that are both eco-conscious and delicious.
Their care for the land is apparent in everything from food to experiences, and it’s all because they care about making sure that when you return for your next visit, everything feels just the way you left it.
For all its wildness, it’s only a short flight away. Plan your trip today at gptourism.ca
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From unforgettable experiences in the city to the untapped grandeur of the wilderness, the Grande Prairie region has it all. With easy access to everything you need, the possibilities for locals and travellers are endless – ready to inspire brand-new, incredible stories and a sense of pure wonder for everyone. Welcome to a whole new way of life…untapped, unfiltered and unforgettable.