Grande Prairie, Alberta things to do
Canada travel, tourism : Peace Country region

Some of the things to do, activities to enjoy and "points of interest" to visit while exploring Grande Prairie in the Peace Country Region of Northern Alberta including the outlying areas of Sexsmith, Clairmont, Wembley, Beaverlodge, Hythe, Valhalla, La Glace, Teepee Creek, Bezanson, Wedgewood, Grovedale, DeBolt, Crooked Creek and Valleyview.

Go on an Adventure: There are some great parks in the Grande Prairie County region to explore. Many with day use areas, campgrounds and hiking and biking recreation trails.

Explore on Foot: The community of Grande Prairie enjoys a river valley park down the centre of the community called the Muskoseepi Park. The trails are a great way to view the natural sights of the community on foot, on a bike or cross country skiing in the winter. [ more park and trail information ]

Hook up with a Guide: Local guides and tours in the community which provide equipment and lessons and sometimes accommodations for such adventures like fishing and cross country skiing. [ guide contact information ]

Rent an Adventure: Rent a snowmobile in the winter or rent an atv in the summer and enjoy some quality time exploring the backcountry wilderness in the Grande Prairie County.

Visit History: Visit some of the local attractions and heritage sites which explore the history of the Grande Prairie County region.

Go for a Picnic:Pack a picnic and head out for the day with the family visiting one of the day use parks and/or picnic sites in the Grande Prairie County region.

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Look from a Lookout: There are a few natural lookout attractions and viewpoints in the region which provide some views of the surrounding farms and valley.

Bring your Mountain Bike: There are some backcountry gravel roads, pioneer access roads and wilderness recreation trails in the region which are popular for mountain biking. [ More park and trail information ]

Winter Wonderland: Go cross country skiing at the Wapiti Nordic Ski Centre where they have day and night skiing on groomed and classic trails for the beginning and experienced skier.

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