Weekend Getaways From Edmonton
From Edmonton, Jasper and the Rockies are a weekend drive, plus elk country and the Badlands. These are the best weekend getaways from Edmonton.
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Weekend trips from Edmonton
Why goDark-sky wilderness in the Rockies — Maligne Lake, hot springs and wildlife.
Things to doCruise Maligne Lake, soak in Maligne Canyon, ride the Jasper SkyTram.
Where to stayTownsite lodges and cabins in Jasper.
Recommended hotelFairmont Jasper Park Lodge — lakeside luxury.
Day 1: Maligne Lake, town dinner. Day 2: SkyTram, drive home.
Why goBison and elk 40 minutes from the city — Canada's smallest national park and an easy escape.
Things to doBison loop drive, hike the Lakeview Trail, stargaze in the dark-sky park.
Where to stayNearby cabins or back in Edmonton.
Recommended hotelStay in Edmonton and day-trip.
Day 1: bison loop, lakeshore hike. Day 2: stargaze, home.
Why goThe Rockies' flagship town — worth the longer drive for the iconic lakes and peaks.
Things to doLake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Gondola, Upper Hot Springs.
Where to stayBanff Avenue hotels and lodges.
Recommended hotelFairmont Banff Springs — castle in the Rockies.
Day 1: Lake Louise, town dinner. Day 2: gondola, hot springs, home.
Why goAlberta's Badlands — dinosaurs, hoodoos and the Royal Tyrrell Museum.
Things to doRoyal Tyrrell Museum, Hoodoos Trail, World's Largest Dinosaur.
Where to staySmall-town motels in Drumheller.
Recommended hotelBest Western Plus Drumheller.
Day 1: museum, hoodoos. Day 2: Badlands drive, home.
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